Honda Accord: Brake Booster Replacement - Conventional Brake Components - Brakes - Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service ManualHonda Accord: Brake Booster Replacement

1. Remove the cowl cover (see page 20-278).

2. Remove the strut brace (if equipped) (see page 20-306).

3. Remove the master cylinder (see page 19-26).

4. Disconnect the brake booster vacuum hose (A) from the brake booster.

5. Remove the under-hood fuse/relay box bracket (A),


5. Remove the under-hood fuse/relay box bracket (A), then remove the engine wire harness clamps (B).

6. Remove the brake lines (A) from the hose clamp (B).


6. Remove the brake lines (A) from the hose clamp (B).

7 Remove the lock pin (A) and the clevis pin (B), then


7 Remove the lock pin (A) and the clevis pin (B), then disconnect the yoke from the brake pedal.

8. Remove the brake booster mounting nuts (C).


8. Remove the brake booster mounting nuts (C).

9. Remove the brake booster (A) from the engine compartment.

- Be careful not to damage the brake booster


- Be careful not to damage the brake booster mounting surfaces and the threads on the booster studs.

- Be careful not to bend or damage the brake lines.

NOTE: Use the new brake booster gasket (B) during reassembly.

10. Install the brake booster in the r e v e r s e order of


10. Install the brake booster in the r e v e r s e order of removal, and note these items: - Install the master cylinder after installing the brake booster (see page 19-26).

- Check the brake pedal height and free play after installing the master cylinder, and adjust it if necessary (see page 19-6).

- Bleed the brake system (see page 19-9).

    Brake Booster Test
    Functional Test 1. With the ignition switch in LOCK (0), press the brake pedal several times to deplete the vacuum reservoir, then press the brake pedal hard and hold it for 15 seconds. If the bra ...

    Rear Brake Pad Inspection and Replacement
    CAUTION Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition, could be hazardous to your health. - Avoid breathing dust particles. -Never use an air hose or brush to clea ...

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