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Vacuum Brake Booster: Description and Operation

Brake Booster

The power brake booster:
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is a dual diaphragm, vacuum-assisted power brake booster.

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reduces brake pedal pressure and travel distance.

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is divided into separate vacuum and atmospheric pressure chambers by a diaphragm.

If the power assist fails, the brake system will continue to operate with increased brake pedal effort.

Hose and Check Valve

The power brake booster check valve:
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closes when the engine is turned off.

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in the closed position, traps engine vacuum in the power brake booster.

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retains vacuum to provide several power-assisted brake applications with the engine off.

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