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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View of Vacuum Brake Booster
    GM106322Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the power vacuum brake booster mounting gasket.
  2. Install the vacuum brake booster to the vehicle.
  3. Lower the vehicle onto the front frame. Refer to Front Frame Replacement (4.6L) .
  4. Remove the jack stands.
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    Fig 2: Identifying Vacuum Brake Booster Mounting Nuts
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  7. Install the brake pedal assembly to booster stud mounting nuts (1) and tighten to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
  8. Fig 3: Identifying Brake Pedal Assembly Clevis Pin
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  9. Apply a small amount of lubricant, GM P/N 12346293 or equivalent to the clevis pin of the brake pedal.
  10. Connect the vacuum brake booster pushrod to the brake pedal clevis pin.
  11. Install the foam spacer (3) to the brake pedal clevis pin.
  12. Install the retaining clip (2) to the brake pedal assembly clevis pin.
  13. Install the power vacuum brake booster pushrod retaining clip bolt and tighten to 7 N.m (62 lb in).
  14. Raise the steering column into position.
  15. Install the steering column mounting nuts. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
  16. Install the driver knee bolster. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Replacement .
  17. Install the left closeout insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  18. Fig 4: Positioning Gearshift Lever Into Park
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  19. Install the heater inlet pipe. Refer to Heater Pipes Replacement .
  20. Install the shift control cable to the shift cable bracket. Refer to Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Replacement - Console .
  21. Place the gearshift in the PARK position.
  22. Fig 5: View Of Vacuum Booster & Check Valve
    GM491255Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  23. Install the brake booster vacuum check valve (2) to the vacuum brake booster.
  24. Install the master cylinder to the vacuum brake booster. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement .
  25. Connect the fuel vapor lines in front of the brake booster.