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How much does Vacuum Booster Replacement cost?

It depends on the type of car you drive and the auto repair shop you go to. Our mechanics are mobile, which means they don't have the overhead that repair shops have. They provide you convenience by coming to your home or office.

Vacuum Booster Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2006 Chrysler Town & Country$364$183.76$180.486%$388.01
2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata$547$262.16$284.976%$584.66
2011 Ford Fusion$516$231.36$284.976%$553.86
2008 Lincoln Navigator$460$175.36$284.977%$497.86
2014 Lincoln Navigator$467$181.70$284.977%$504.20
2007 Ford Mustang$503$246.76$256.476%$537.01

Vacuum Booster Replacement Service

What is the Vacuum Booster all about?

Today’s braking systems use a number of different components, one of which is called the vacuum booster, or brake booster. It is the main component in the power brake system. The vacuum booster is attached to the brake master cylinder, and sits between the master cylinder and the firewall on the driver’s side, to the rear of the engine compartment. It has a rod that extends into the brake master cylinder to create line pressure, forcing the caliper to squeeze the brake rotors. The vacuum booster ‘boosts’ brake pedal pressure with vacuum to make it easier to press the pedal.

Keep in mind:

  • The vacuum booster is a sealed component and is difficult to inspect.
  • A leaking check valve can produce the same symptoms as a failed vacuum booster.

How it's done:

  • The brake master cylinder is removed for to gain access to vacuum booster
  • The defective vacuum booster is removed from the firewall and brake pedal
  • The new vacuum booster is installed and connected to the brake pedal
  • The brake master cylinder is reinstalled and brakes are bled of air
  • The vehicle is road tested for proper brake operation

Our recommendation:

The vacuum booster does not require any maintenance and is designed to last the lifetime of your vehicle. It is possible, though very rare, for an internal failure to occur. If that is the case, have one of our expert technicians diagnose the vacuum booster.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Vacuum Booster?

  • Brake pedal is extremely hard to press
  • Stopping distance is increased
  • Brake pedal feel is inconsistent on the same application

How important is this service?

While a failed vacuum booster will not render the brakes completely dysfunctional, it will make the brakes much harder to apply. Stopping distance is increased, which poses a safety risk in short braking situations. Have a faulty vacuum booster replaced immediately.


Recent Vacuum Booster Replacement reviews

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Charles

4 years of experience
116 reviews
Charles
4 years of experience
Ford Expedition V8-4.6L - Vacuum Booster - Nashville, Tennessee
Charles was fast with his work and specific to point out what was being done. He was also honest about the time spent instead of me being billed for 4 hours of labor he was here working on vehicle from 2:00pm-3:00pm instead of 4 hour projection. His work was on point! Good worker.

Greg

22 years of experience
333 reviews
Greg
22 years of experience
Lincoln Mark VIII V8-4.6L - Vacuum Booster - Glendale, Arizona
WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND TO MAKE SURE THE JOB WAS DONE RIGHT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND GREG TO ANY ONE LOOKING FOR QUALITY WORK!

PETE

22 years of experience
87 reviews
PETE
22 years of experience
Nissan Sentra L4-1.8L - Vacuum Booster - Newark, Delaware
Excellent job. Car ride like new. Would recommend definitely, only problem is I wish Pete serviced the Baltimore area lol.

Scott

36 years of experience
898 reviews
Scott
36 years of experience
Nissan Pathfinder V6-3.3L - Vacuum Booster - Phoenix, Arizona
Very professional. Arrived as specified. Work was done within the time frame estimated. I would definitely recommend Scott and use his service again. Thank you for your service.

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