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Brake Vacuum Pump Replacement Service

How much does a Brake Vacuum Pump Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Nissan Pulsar NX Brake Vacuum Pump Replacement is $501 with $406 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1984 Nissan Pulsar NXL4-1.6LService typeBrake Vacuum Pump ReplacementEstimate$1100.91Shop/Dealer Price$1357.39 - $2104.33
1989 Nissan Pulsar NXL4-1.6LService typeBrake Vacuum Pump ReplacementEstimate$1080.91Shop/Dealer Price$1337.41 - $2084.36
1988 Nissan Pulsar NXL4-1.6LService typeBrake Vacuum Pump ReplacementEstimate$1080.91Shop/Dealer Price$1337.41 - $2084.36
1983 Nissan Pulsar NXL4-1.5L TurboService typeBrake Vacuum Pump ReplacementEstimate$906.31Shop/Dealer Price$1119.14 - $1735.12
1990 Nissan Pulsar NXL4-1.6LService typeBrake Vacuum Pump ReplacementEstimate$1080.91Shop/Dealer Price$1337.42 - $2084.39
1987 Nissan Pulsar NXL4-1.6LService typeBrake Vacuum Pump ReplacementEstimate$1080.91Shop/Dealer Price$1337.41 - $2084.36
1984 Nissan Pulsar NXL4-1.5L TurboService typeBrake Vacuum Pump ReplacementEstimate$911.31Shop/Dealer Price$1124.02 - $1739.92
1985 Nissan Pulsar NXL4-1.6LService typeBrake Vacuum Pump ReplacementEstimate$1085.91Shop/Dealer Price$1342.64 - $2089.78
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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.

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WE DIDNT HAVE A PROBLEM WITH MAZYAR THE MECHANIC , HE WAS CURTIOUS , ON TIME , AND LET US KNOW WHAT THE ISSUE WERE AND SHOWED WHAT WAS VISIABLE. BUT THE ONE THING WE EXPECTED HIM TO DO IS GIVE A RECIET WITH A FULL PRINT OUT ON HIS FINDINGS PLUS THE DIAGNOSIS REPORT. HOWEVER THE COMPANY MAZYARS IS COMING FROM YOUR MECHANIC DONT PLACE THE RIGHT ADVERTISEMENT.. THE COSTOMER SVC SUCKS AND THE COMPANY ADVERTISMENT IS MISLEADING . THEY MAKE YOU THINK THE MECHANICS DO EVERYTHING. AND THEY DONT, THE COMPANY MAKES YOU THINK THEY HAVE ALL THESE MECHANICS WITH GREAT STARS YET WHEN YOU CHOOSE THEM THEY ARE NO LONGER WITH THE COMPANY OR AVAILIABLE. I WILL NOT REFER THIS COMPANY MY 1ST N LAST TIME. THE MECHANIC COULDNT EVEN REFER US TO ANYONE THAT WAS ODD. ITS KIND OF LIKE DOING AN EXAM AT THE DOCTORS AND HE FINDS YOU HAVE CARDIO ISSUES YET TURN TO YOU AND SAY I DONT HAVE ANY REFERALS. THIS WAS SO BLANK .VISIABLE YOU CAN SEE A LEAK FROM THE PAN N TRANSMISSION. HE WAS DOING SO MUCH PICS OF MY CAR ITS ALMOST LIKE HE WAS SALING IT PRIVATLY ,THEN ON TOP OF THAT HES SPEAKING CONSTANTLY TO SOMEONE PLUS MORE RECORDINGS. THE QUESTIONS ASKING WHAT WORK HAVE YOU HAD DONE ON THE CAR' IN ALL MY LIFE OF ALL MY CARS NOT ONE MACHANIC CONCERNED THEMSELVES WITH ANOTHER. I DONT GET IT U HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT WHAT YOUR THEIR FOR AND EVEN BEING CONNECTED TO THIS COMPANY IS WHY I GAVE 3 STARS. FROM WHAT IM GETTING THESE MECHANICS ONLY DO SMALL WORK. I WOULDNT RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY HES CONNECTED TO U SO I WOULDNT RECOMMEND.

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