Chevrolet Epica Brake Vacuum Pump Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(15,227)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(15,227)

Brake Vacuum Pump Replacement Service

How much does a Brake Vacuum Pump Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Chevrolet Epica Brake Vacuum Pump Replacement is $469 with $374 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2005 Chevrolet EpicaL6-2.5LService typeBrake Vacuum Pump ReplacementEstimate$862.99Shop/Dealer Price$1059.99 - $1628.49
2004 Chevrolet EpicaL6-2.5LService typeBrake Vacuum Pump ReplacementEstimate$842.99Shop/Dealer Price$1040.01 - $1608.52
2006 Chevrolet EpicaL6-2.5LService typeBrake Vacuum Pump ReplacementEstimate$842.99Shop/Dealer Price$1040.01 - $1608.52
Show example Chevrolet Epica Brake Vacuum Pump Replacement prices

What is the Brake Vacuum Pump all about?

The brake booster is a device that helps enhance the effects of the hydraulic braking system in cars as a supplement to the primary braking mechanism. Each time you push the brake pedal, the force transfers to a rod. This rod passes through the brake booster and reaches the master cylinder. The pressure from the rod activates the master cylinder piston and works on the hydraulic braking systems.

The brake booster chamber contains a vacuum the engine creates. This chamber has two sections, separated vertically by way of a rubber diaphragm. When the brake pedal pushes the rod, a small amount of air is let into the chamber on the brake pedal side through a valve that also seals off the vacuum. This air pressure on one side of the diaphragm helps enhance the force of the brake.

However, in case of cars that have turbo charging or use diesel as fuel, the engine does not create the necessary vacuum. Thus, they need an additional brake booster vacuum pump to draw out the air and create the vacuum needed for the brake booster to function. Vehicles that typically run in locations of high altitude also need a brake booster vacuum pump.

The brake booster vacuum pump reduces dependency on the engine for the vacuum and can work independently of it. This device uses an electrical control circuit to work. It activates with a signal from the brake booster vacuum sensor that monitors the levels of the vacuum in the brake booster.

Keep in mind:

  • The brake booster vacuum pump should be able to maintain up to 18” of vacuum for the brake booster to be effective.
  • If you notice that the pedal has slipped to the floor of the car and you hear a hissing sound, this could be an indication of a leak in the air line or pump to the brake booster vacuum pump.

How it's done:

  • The battery is disconnected. The faulty brake booster vacuum pump is located and identified. The vehicle is raised and supported on jack stands as needed. The engine under shield is removed for access.

  • The brake booster vacuum pump hoses and electrical connector are disconnected. The brake booster vacuum pump is removed from the mounting bracket.

  • The new brake booster vacuum pump is installed onto the mounting bracket. The hoses and electrical connector are installed to the new brake booster vacuum pump. The battery is reconnected.

  • The brakes are tested for proper brake booster vacuum pump operation. The engine shield is reinstalled. The vehicle is removed from the jack stands.

  • The vehicle is road tested and checked for proper brake booster vacuum pump and brakes operation.

Our recommendation:

If you notice the brakes are not responding as they should, book an appointment with one of our expert mechanics and have the brake booster system completely inspected. The mechanic will check the brake booster vacuum pump for damage and advise you if it needs replacing. Refer to the owner’s manual for recommendations on the frequency in which you must have the brake booster vacuum pump replaced.

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

  • Delayed brake response
  • Excessive pressure is needed to make the brake respond
  • A hissing sound when you press the brake pedal
  • Brake pedal slips to the floor of the car when the engine is running and the car is stationary
  • Braking becomes especially difficult in heavy traffic areas when the brakes need to be applied in quick succession

How important is this service?

A malfunctioning brake booster vacuum pump will not create the adequate vacuum needed for the brake boosters or power brakes to function. This undermines the effectiveness of your brakes and can be a safety hazard.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Chevrolet mechanics

Real customer reviews from Chevrolet owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(15,227)

Rating Summary
14,268
476
111
84
288
14,268
476
111
84
288

Joshua

27 years of experience
709 reviews
Joshua
27 years of experience
Chevrolet Camaro V8-5.7L - Brake Booster Vacuum Pump - Concord, California
Very knowledgeable and terrific mechanic..... Will be calling him back for more work on my Z28 Camaro..... Thanks ! Norm H.

Rusty

23 years of experience
527 reviews
Rusty
23 years of experience
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 V8-5.3L - Brake Vacuum Pump Replacement - Arlington, Texas
Great guy finish everything in a timely matter and recommend things that need to be done

Carlos

28 years of experience
522 reviews
Carlos
28 years of experience
Chevrolet Malibu L4-2.0L Turbo - Door Mirror Replacement (Passenger Side) - Ontario, California
Great customer service fast and easy work

Juan

22 years of experience
70 reviews
Juan
22 years of experience
Chevrolet Suburban 1500 V8-5.3L - Starter - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Great guy, very knowledgeable, highly recommend for your auto needs.

Excellent Rating

(15,227)

Rating Summary
14,268
476
111
84
288
14,268
476
111
84
288
Number of Chevrolet services completed
167497+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Chevrolet MECHANICS
1600+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

The History of Car Tires
Since Since the inception of rubber pneumatic tires in 1888 on the Benz gasoline powered car, advancements in materials and technology have made huge strides. Air-filled tires began to increase in popularity in 1895 and have been the norm since...
How to Replace a Door Striker Plate
A door strike plate is a metal hook or bolt that keeps the door tightly shut. Once it's damaged or worn, the plate can jam or not hold as well.
4 Signs of a Failing AC Evaporator
A broken air conditioner may be a result of a faulty AC evaporator. Symptoms include weak air, strange odors, and fluctuating temperatures.

P0606 this the code a mechanic gave me to repair my car can you explain it to me layman's term and the cost 2015 Ford Focus

Hello, and thank you for writing in. The check engine light and diagnostic code that sets the warning light off pertain to the ECM. This is a computer in the vehicle that processes inputs from a variety of sensor to...

wipers don't respond to my commands. goes on highest speed and doesn't stop unless fuse is out

Hello, thank you for writing in. The issue is very likely a fault with the wiper switch. While there can be some electrical testing done to verify this, the switches are known to go bad after being used for that...

2014 Nissan Altima idles rough and then stalls when put in gear

It is possible that you could be having an issue with fuel delivery. I would recommend having your fuel pressure checked in order to determine if the fuel pump is working properly. If the fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement) requires replacement, consider...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (844) 997-3624 · hi@yourmechanic.com