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Power Brake Unit Input & Output Rod

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Altima, 2003 Nissan Altima, and 2002 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Adjust the length of the input rod by loosening the lock nut so that the dimensions shown match the standard value. See Fig 1 . See POWER BRAKE UNIT INPUT & OUTPUT ROD LENGTH SPECIFICATIONS  table. Tighten the lock nut temporarily and install the booster assembly in the vehicle.
  2. Attach a hand-held vacuum pump to power brake unit supply port. Apply 20 in. Hg vacuum to power brake unit. Add preload of 4.4 lbs. (2 kg) to output rod. Measure length of output rod extending from power brake unit housing. See Fig 2 .
  3. See POWER BRAKE UNIT INPUT & OUTPUT ROD LENGTH SPECIFICATIONS  table. Adjust output rod length if necessary. If output rod length cannot be adjusted properly, replace power brake unit.
POWER BRAKE UNIT INPUT & OUTPUT ROD LENGTH SPECIFICATIONS

Application In. (mm)
Input Rod 4.92 (125)
Output Rod .40-.41 (10.275-10.525)
Fig 1: Measuring Input Rod Length
G00293270Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Fig 2: Measuring Output Rod Length
G91I02376Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.