Brake Booster ASSY: Replacement

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota Camry Solara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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  1. DRAIN BRAKE FLUID 
    NOTE: Wash brake fluid off immediately if it adheres to any painted surface. 
  2. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSY 
  3. REMOVE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER SUB-ASSY (SEE  BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER SUB-ASSY  ) 

    SST 09023- 00101

  4. DISCONNECT VACUUM HOSE ASSY 
    1. Slide the clip and disconnect the vacuum hose from the brake booster assy.
      Fig 1: Disconnecting Vacuum Hose Assy
      G02585247Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. REMOVE FRONT BRAKE TUBE NO.5 
    1. Using SST, remove the front brake tube No.5.

      SST 09023-00101

      Fig 2: Removing Front Brake Tube No. 5
      G02585248Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH (SEE  REPLACEMENT  ) 
  7. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSY LH (SEE  REPLACEMENT  ) 
  8. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH LOWER PANEL LH (SEE  REPLACEMENT  ) 
  9. REMOVE BRAKE PEDAL RETURN SPRING 
  10. REMOVE PUSH ROD PIN 
    1. Remove the clip and push rod pin.
  11. REMOVE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER PUSH ROD CLEVIS 
    1. Loosen the push rod lock nut and remove the push rod clevis.
  12. REMOVE BRAKE BOOSTER ASSY 
    1. Remove the 4 nuts.
    2. Pull out the brake booster assy.
    NOTE: Be careful not to damage the brake tubes and the wire harness. 
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.