Vacuum Brake Booster: Description and Operation

Brake Booster - Vacuum








The vacuum type power brake booster:
^ 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 and the brake master cylinder.
^ 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.