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For 1990-2009 cars only

Notice: Hydraulic brake systems use two distinct and incompatible fluids. Power steering fluid is used in the hydraulic brake booster system. Brake fluid is used in the master cylinder and brake pipes. Use extreme care when selecting brake system fluids, or seal damage can result. Refer to General Information to select the correct fluid.

Removal Procedure

  1. Apply the park brake.
  2. Disconnect the inlet hose, the steering gear hose, and the return hoses from the booster assembly.

  3. Object Number: 363527  Size: SH
  4. Remove the 2 master cylinder nuts.

  5. Object Number: 363525  Size: SH
  6. Remove the master cylinder (1), the wiring harness bracket (2), and the spacer (3) from the booster assembly (4).
  7. Remove the stoplamp switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement .

  8. Object Number: 156233  Size: SH
  9. Remove the pushrod from the brake pedal pin.

  10. Object Number: 361376  Size: SH
  11. Remove the 4 booster nuts.
  12. Remove the booster assembly.
  13. Remove the gasket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 361376  Size: SH
  1. Install the gasket.
  2. Install the booster assembly.
  3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the 4 booster nuts.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 36 N·m (26 lb ft).


    Object Number: 156233  Size: SH
  6. Install the pushrod to the brake pedal pin.
  7. Install the stoplamp switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement .

  8. Object Number: 363525  Size: SH
  9. Install the spacer (3), the wiring harness bracket (2), and the master cylinder (1) to the booster assembly (4).

  10. Object Number: 363527  Size: SH
  11. Install the 2 master cylinder nuts.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 36 N·m (27 lb ft).

  13. Connect the return hose, steering gear hose, and inlet hoses.
  14. Bleed the hydraulic booster system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding in Power Steering System.