Brake Booster Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Pilot, 2010 Honda Pilot, and 2009 Honda Pilot. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the air cleaner (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the master cylinder (see MASTER CYLINDER REPLACEMENT ).
Disconnect the brake lines (A) from the VSA modulator-control unit (B).

Fig 1: Brake Lines, VSA Modulator-Control Unit & Brake Booster Vacuum Hose With Torque Specifications
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Disconnect the brake booster vacuum hose (C) from the brake booster.
Remove the lock pin (A) and the clevis pin (B), then disconnect the yoke from the brake pedal.

Fig 2: Lock Pin, Clevis Pin & Brake Booster Mounting Nuts With Torque Specifications
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Remove the brake booster mounting nuts (C).
Remove the brake booster (A) from the engine compartment.
NOTE:
- Be careful not to damage the booster surfaces and the threads of the booster stud bolts.
- Be careful not to bend or damage the brake lines.
NOTE: Use a new brake booster gasket (B) during reassembly.

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Booster & Gasket
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Install the brake booster in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Install the master cylinder after installing the brake booster (see MASTER CYLINDER REPLACEMENT ).
- Check the brake pedal height and free play after installing the master cylinder, and adjust it if necessary (see BRAKE PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL POSITION SWITCH ADJUSTMENT ).
- Bleed the brake system (see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING ).