The brake power booster on a 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is mounted to the firewall of the pickup. It provides extra brake power to the brake master cylinder using the vacuum pressure from the engine. This booster can develop leaks, and if it does, it becomes significantly more difficult to apply pressure to the brakes. To fix the problem, you'll want remove the booster from the vehicle, which should take about 45 minutes.
Instructions
- 1
Pop the hood. Unbolt the brake master cylinder from the brake booster using an open-end wrench. Pull off the vacuum line from the booster using your hands.
2Look underneath the dashboard to locate the connection between the brake linkage and the brake pedal. Use the flat-head screwdriver to pop off the metal clip securing the pedal assembly to the linkage.
3Unbolt the four bolts around the brake linkage securing the brake booster to the firewall using the 3/8-inch ratchet, extension and sockets as well as the 3/8-inch universal joint.
4Slide the booster off the firewall. Turn it at an angle, then slide the brake master cylinder off the booster. Take the booster out of the vehicle.
