Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Brake Booster - Vacuum (Description and Operation)
Power Brake Booster


The vacuum type power brake booster (2005):
- is a dual diaphragm, vacuum assisted power brake booster
- reduces brake pedal force and travel distance.
- is located on the LH side of the bulkhead in the engine compartment, between the brake pedal (2455) and the brake master cylinder (2140).
- is divided into separate chambers by the diaphragms.
- will not operate if vacuum is restricted or if any of the vacuum related power brake components fail.
- is installed as an assembly.
If the power assist fails, the brake system will continue to operate with increased brake pedal effort.
Hose and Check Valve
The power brake booster check valve (2365):
- is located on the front of the power brake booster.
- is installed separately; (install a new grommet when installing a new check valve).
- is positioned between the power brake booster and the power brake booster hose.
- closes when the engine is turned off.
- in the closed position, traps engine vacuum in the power brake booster
- retains vacuum to provide several power assisted brake applications with the engine off.


Power Brake Actuation
Torque Specifications
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Brake Booster - Hydro-Boost (Description and Operation)
The Hydro-Boost brake booster is a hydraulically operated brake booster
powered by the power
steering pump (3A674). The power steering pump provides the fluid pressure to
operate both the
power brak ...
Other materials:
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the system.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Electrical
Power window
regulator
Window run
weatherstrip
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Cable Adjustment
1. NOTE: Make sure that the range selector lever is tight
against the rearward overdrive stop.
Place the transmission range selector lever in the overdrive
position.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer
to Section.
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Extension Housing
Special Tool(s)
Installer, Bearing Cup
204-039 (T77F-1217-B)
Adapter for 303-224 (Handle)
205-153 (T80T-4000-W)
Disassembly and Assembly
1. Remove the bolt and the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor.
2. Remove the bolt a ...
