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Can you swap a brake booster from a 1997 ford thunder bird with any other vehicle?
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Yes you can insert a brake booster but you will need help of a proffesional
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Where do the vacuum lines of the brake booster goon a 1994?
Normally the vacuum line from a brake booster goes to the intake manifold of a gasoline engine. Sometimes other lines will be tied in to feed vacuum to cruise control pots or 4x4 actuators, but the main hose will be larger.
1988 Jaguar Vanden Plas and recently it just started to misslope at idle speed and run hot you changed the plugs and noticed that there was some oil on the top part of the plugs in the plug well.?
If this is the same vehicle that is having brake problems, both may be related - if you are getting brake fluid into the booster-it may be getting burned as fuel -being sucked through the booster into engine,might explain some other problems
Why does brake booster motor keep running continuosly on your 2000 ford expedition?
a power feed from an out side wire,a short from an other source. check for a shorted live wire to the booster feed line.
What causes an engine to cut off when you press the brake?
Usually a vacuum leak, check your power brake booster hose first, then any other vacuum line for cracks, breaks, or disconnection.
Why would your brakes not work at low speeds but are ok at high speeds also passed mot?
Sounds like either the brake booster is failing/leaking, or the vacuum line(s) to it are plugged or leaking. Check the vacuum lines first since that's cheap and easy. If it isn't the lines, start the engine and try to listen for rushing air from or inside the brake booster (it may be hard to hear with the engine running). If you can't hear it, go to your favourite mechanic tell them the symptoms and ask to have the brake booster checked (and any other suggestions your mechanic might think of). The brake booster is the large, round 'tank' mounted to the firewall and that your brake master cylinder is mounted to.
How do you remove brake booster from Mercedes 380sl?
If you're just replacing the booster, you don't need to un-do the brake lines to the master cylinder. You need to un-bolt the master cylinder from the brake booster (2 nuts) and pull the master cylinder forward . Be very careful not to crimp the metal brake lines...just enough to clear the threaded studs. Remove the vacuum line from the booster. I suggest you replace this vacuum line while you have the chance. The tubing on these lines become very brittle because of the engine's heat...and with a new booster, the system will be more efficient and probably stress out the existing line. Besides, you'll probably break it anyway because they are so brittle. Here comes the fun part. If you don't have at least a 12" 3/8" drive extention, I suggest you get one. I believe the nuts you'll be removing are 13mm. There are 4 of them. You'll need to remove the bottom dash cover underneath the steering wheel to have access underneath the dash panel. Follow the steering wheel shaft to the fire wall. Directly above that you'll see where the brake pedal attaches to the brake booster. Disconnect the pedal from the booster. Then remove the 4 13mm nuts that attach to the brake booster. Remove the booster...clean off the area before putting it back together....I believe there's a o-ring seal that should be replaced too. Be careful when taking the booster off...you don't want to snag one of those metal brake lines. Slide the new booster back into the holes and reverse the procedure. If you have more than 50,000 miles on the brake fluid, you should replace it. That helps maintain the integrity of the brake seals...this stuff is like any other oil and breaks down. The new booster will be putting more pressure on your braking system. Good luck.
Brake pedal hisses while depressed?
AnswerIt's the hydraulics in your pedal, and it's normal to hear some slight hissing. If you hear a lot of air, and it seems like your breaks aren't working, then have it checked out.If the hissing is louder than normal or gets louder as you depress the brake, it could very well be the power brake booster. If it almost stalls the engine while holding the brake down, this would indicate an excess loss of vacuum in the system, which helps control the engine operation. If this is the case, there is a good chance the booster has gone bad, and needs to be replaced.One other item to look for is less responsive braking than normal, in other words, you are having to push down further or harder than normal to slow or stop the vehicle. The power booster is what gives you "power assisted brakes".
Why is a slowly moving vehicle a traffic hazard?
Because it blocks traffic and a vehicle might rear end it if the other vehicle can't brake in time, or other vehicles will be tempted to pass the slow moving vehicle in places when you are Not supposed to pass other vehicles and cause an accident.
Brake lights will not go out?
Try checking the brake light on / off switch. (BOO switch) It's behind the brake pedal, perhaps it's stuck or need replacement. Also, make sure the problem isn't that your brake pedal is so low that it won't come off the switch, if it is then either your brake booster is shot, or you need a pedal adjustment or other brake work.
What is the most common type of brake booster used on cars?
Different kinds of brake boosters and what they can do for you An important part of a car's stop system is the brake booster. It is either a mechanical or hydraulic gadget that makes the brakes work harder. This makes it easier to stop and increases the stopping power. There are many different kinds of brake boosters on the market, and each has its own pros and cons. In this piece, we'll look at the different kinds of brake boosters and the benefits of each. Disc Brake Boosters Power Assisted Disc Brakes Hydraulic Brake Boosters Air Brake Boosters Boosters for electric brakes 7.What kind of brake booster is best for your car? In the end Disc Brake Boosters Disc brake boosters are made to work with disc brake systems, which slow or stop the wheel by pinching a rotor with a caliper. They work by putting more pressure on the brake pads, which gives the brakes more stopping power. Advantages: - Disc brake boosters help a car stop quickly and work very well. They make it easier for the driver to use the brakes, which is more comfortable. They are easy to install and keep up. They can be more expensive than other types of brake boosters. - It might be harder to find a backup if you need one. Disc Brakes with a Power Boost Power-assisted disc brakes are a type of brake booster that use a hydraulic pump to improve the force on the brake pads. They are made to work with brakes that use discs. Power-assisted disc brakes are more easy to drive because they require less effort from the driver. They are also more powerful than other types of brake boosters, which makes them a good choice for high-performance cars. They are more expensive than other types of brake boosters. - They can be harder to set up and take care of. Hydraulic Brake Boosters The force on the brake pads is increased by hydraulic brake boosters, which use hydraulic pressure. They work with both disc brakes and drum brakes. Advantages: - Hydraulic brake boosters stop a car quickly and work well. They are easy to find if you need to repair them, and they are also easy to take care of. They can be more expensive than other types of brake boosters. They need hydraulic fluid to work all the time. 5. Air Brake Boosters Compressed air is used by air brake boosters to increase the force on the brake pads. They are often used in buses and trucks, which are bigger cars. They are very powerful, which makes them a good choice for bigger cars. They cost less than other kinds of brake boosters. They need a compressor to be put in the car, which can make installation more expensive. - They can be harder to keep up than other kinds of brake boosters. Boosters for electric brakes Electric brake boosters improve the force on the brake pads by using an electric motor. They are a younger type of technology that is not yet used by many people. Benefits: They use less energy than other kinds of brake boosters. - They can put more force on the brakes with more accuracy. They are more expensive than other types of brake boosters. They can't work without power, which can be a problem if the car's battery dies. What kind of brake booster does your car need? The best brake booster for your car will depend on what you need it to do. Most drivers should choose disc brake boosters because they work well, are efficient, and are easy to keep up. But if you have a fast car or a big car, you might want to think about a power-assisted disc brake or an air brake booster. Conclusion Brake boosters are a key part of a car's stopping system, and there are different kinds to meet different needs. By knowing the pros and cons of each type, you can pick the brake booster that works best for your car and the way you drive.
Can a vacuum leak cause braking problems in a jeep yj?
On a vehicle equipped with power brakes the answer is yes. The P/B booster works on vacuum, so if the leak were severe enough it would make the brake pedal be very hard to push. Other than that, as vacuum leak would have no effect on braking.
What would cause the brake pedal to be hard and not go to the floor and still engage the brakes?
You could have a clogged brake line, most likely one of the front rubber ones. The Brake booster might not be working correctly. Run the engine for a few moments, then turn the key off. Once the engine dies, press the brake pedal a few times. You should hear a hissing noise each time you press the pedal. Then hold the pedal down and start the engine. The pedal should move and get softer. If none of this occurs, verify that the booster has a vacuum source. If the booster has a vacuum source, and still does not boost the pedal effort, the booster is more than likely bad. One other alternative would be a bad check valve. Simply remove the valve and blow into it. It should blow easily in one direction, and not at all in the other.
