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How do i repair the power brake vacuum booster system on my 1997 dodge caravan

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There is no repairing the booster you have to buy a rebuilt booster unless you can cut weld and crimp in the diagram, but before you replace it try replacing the check valve that the hose connects to going into the booster. That is available for about ten bucks.

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Unbolt the master cylinder from it and move it aside. Then unhook the pedal from it and unbolt it from the firewall. First remove the entire wiper assembly to gain access. The wiper assembly comes out easier than it looks

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When i drive 20 minutes when i brakes sometime the brake stuck. Then i unplug the negative and it kind lose the brake little bit.

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