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For 1990-2009 cars only

Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pump Runs Continuously 1998


Object Number: 527560  Size: MF

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Inspect vacuum canister and all vacuum lines for leaks

Did you find a vacuum leak?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 3

2

Locate and repair vacuum leak.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 8

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3

  1. Clamp off the large vacuum hose between the vacuum tee and the P/B Booster.
  2. Turn the ignition ON.
  3. allow the P/B Booster Vacuum Pump to operate.

Does the P/B booster Vacuum Pump operate for a few minutes and then turn off?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Replace P/B Booster.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 8

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5

Disconnect the P/B Booster Vacuum Switch.

Does the P/B Booster Vacuum Pump stop running?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 7

6

Replace P/B Booster Vacuum Switch.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 8

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7

Locate and repair short to ground in CKT 950 (BLK) wire

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 8

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8

Reconnect any disconnected components.

Is the action complete?

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Go to HVAC Air Delivery System Check

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