Cardone 53-2742 Power Brake Booster

Vacuum Power Brake Booster Overview

The Cardone 53-2742 remanufactured vacuum power brake booster is built for direct replacement in select Mercury Villager and Nissan Quest applications. It is re-engineered and tested to match original equipment performance, with fit and function verified before it leaves the factory.

Compatible With 1993-1998 Mercury Villager and 1993-1998 Nissan Quest vehicles that use a vacuum power brake booster and are listed as lacking master cylinders.

Key Features

• Remanufactured to match O.E. performance
• Dual-diaphragm design for brake assist support
• Steel housing with gray finish
• 100% O.E.-quality seals and check valves installed
• 100% tested for reliable performance
• Rust-prohibitive finishing process helps extend service life
• Master cylinder output rods are pre-adjusted when included for easier installation
• Guaranteed fit and function

Product Details

Cardone Vacuum Power Brake Booster 53-2742 is a remanufactured brake booster engineered from original design data and updated where improvements are practical. The dual diaphragm style measures 9.22 inches (234.188 mm) and uses an M8 x 1.25 master cylinder stud thread size. This unit is supplied as a booster only, with an instruction manual included, and it does not include a master cylinder.

This part cross-references Mercury F3XY2005A and F6XZ2005AA, as well as Nissan 472100B000, for the same application. For shoppers searching for a 1993-1998 Mercury Villager brake booster or a 1993-1998 Nissan Quest vacuum brake booster, Cardone 53-2742 provides an OE-style replacement path.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Hard brake pedal feel from a weak or failing booster
• Reduced brake assist during normal stopping
• Vacuum-related brake booster performance loss
• Fitment issues caused by a worn original booster
• Corrosion or age-related housing deterioration

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s brake system configuration before installation, especially on 1993-1998 Mercury Villager and Nissan Quest models listed with vacuum power brake booster applications and no master cylinder. Confirm the master cylinder stud thread size is M8 x 1.25 and compare the original booster dimensions and mounting points to the replacement unit.

Follow the included instruction manual during installation, and inspect vacuum connections, pushrod alignment, and brake system operation after the booster is installed. Proper bleeding and system checks should be completed if any brake hydraulic components are disturbed during service.

Quality Assurance

Cardone remanufactured power brake boosters are built and tested to meet original equipment performance expectations. Each unit is 100% tested for fit and function, with O.E.-quality seals and check valves installed to support dependable operation.