Where can I get my vacuum brake booster check valve replaced?
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JNM Auto
550 Wood St, Raleigh, NC
Vacuum Brake Booster Check Valve Replacement CostFair Cost Estimate for This Shop
$113(Parts - $13, Labor - $100)
Shop Diagnostic Fee(Included in service charges)
$90 EXSA Automotive
550 Hartrey Ave, Evanston, IL
Vacuum Brake Booster Check Valve Replacement CostFair Cost Estimate for This Shop
$98(Parts - $13, Labor - $85)
1 Stop Auto Services
469 Crescent Blvd, Camden, NJ
Vacuum Brake Booster Check Valve Replacement CostFair Cost Estimate for This Shop
$93(Parts - $13, Labor - $80)
Shop Diagnostic Fee(Included in service charges)
$40 Top Notch Mobile Repair
Winter Garden and nearby areas, Orlando, FL
Vacuum Brake Booster Check Valve Replacement CostFair Cost Estimate for This Shop
$108(Parts - $13, Labor - $95)
Shop Diagnostic Fee(Included in service charges)
$90 How did we vet these shops?
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How will a mechanic replace my check valve?
First, they’ll pop the hood and locate the brake booster, which is on the driver’s side. They’ll probably use pliers to remove the clamps that hold the vacuum hose in place. This way, the mechanic can take out the vacuum hose and the check valve.
Next, they’ll blow air into the hose with an aspirator bulb. This tests whether or not the valve is leaking air and needs to be replaced. If it’s leaking because of a broken grommet, the mechanic can swap out grommets for a quick fix.
The mechanic will replace the check valve with a new one and attach a vacuum hose. They’ll clamp or screw the valve in place before turning on your vehicle and testing the brakes. You can rest easy knowing that your braking system is fully functioning!
Keep in mind: Your vehicle’s check valve might be built into the vacuum hose, so you can’t replace them separately. If this is true for your car, be prepared to replace the vacuum hose and the vacuum brake booster check valve.
What happens if I don’t replace my vacuum brake booster check valve?
A faulty brake booster check valve can quickly become serious since your braking system relies on it. If you wait too long for repairs, braking will become harder, and it might take longer to stop your vehicle. Plus, you can wear out your brake pads faster or damage the brakes themselves.
Driving with a failing booster check valve can lead to these problems:
Damage to the engine master cylinders