Cardone 52-7171 Power Brake Booster

Hydro-Boost Brake Booster for Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac

Cardone 52-7171 is a remanufactured Hydro-Boost power brake booster built for select 1980-1981 Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac applications. It is engineered to match original equipment performance with tested fit and function for drivers replacing a worn hydraulic brake booster.

The Cardone Hydro-Boost Power Brake Booster line focuses on restoring consistent brake assist with remanufactured components that are inspected, upgraded where needed, and tested before release. For 1981 Buick Century, 1981 Buick Regal, 1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, 1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, 1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix, and 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon applications, this part number 52-7171 supports direct replacement needs where Hydro-Boost equipment is used and the master cylinder is not included.

• Remanufactured to match original equipment performance
• 100% tested for reliable fit and function
• O.E.-quality seals and check valves installed
• Rust-prohibitive finish helps extend service life
• Master cylinder output rods are pre-adjusted when included
• Cast iron construction with black finish
• Package contents: hydraulic booster, O-ring kit, instruction sheet

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1981 Buick Century, N/A; compatible with Hydro-Boost, master cylinder not included.
• Fits 1981 Buick Regal, N/A; compatible with Hydro-Boost, master cylinder not included.
• Fits 1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass, N/A; compatible with Hydro-Boost, master cylinder not included.
• Fits 1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, N/A; compatible with Hydro-Boost, master cylinder not included.
• Fits 1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, N/A; compatible with Hydro-Boost, master cylinder not included.
• Fits 1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, N/A; compatible with Hydro-Boost, master cylinder not included.
• Fits 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix, N/A; compatible with Hydro-Boost, master cylinder not included.
• Fits 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon, N/A; compatible with Hydro-Boost, master cylinder not included.

What It Helps Address

• Reduced brake assist from a worn hydraulic booster
• Hard brake pedal feel during stopping
• Brake response issues caused by internal seal wear
• Fluid leakage around the booster assembly
• Fitment problems when replacing an original Hydro-Boost unit

Installation Notes

Verify the master cylinder stud thread size is M10 x 1.50 before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses Hydro-Boost brake assist and compare the original booster configuration to the replacement unit. The master cylinder is not included, so reuse or replace it separately as needed. Follow the included instruction sheet and inspect all hydraulic connections and O-rings during installation.

Quality Assurance

Cardone remanufactures this brake booster to original equipment standards and tests every unit for fit and function. The design is reviewed for potential improvements, and where applicable, durability upgrades are added to help the part perform like the original while extending service life. This part cross-references Pontiac 22504713 for the same application.