Cardone 54-71289 Power Brake Booster

Vacuum Power Brake Booster for OE-Style Brake Feel

The Cardone 54-71289 Vacuum Power Brake Booster is a remanufactured replacement built to match original equipment performance for select Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac applications. It is engineered for a direct fit on vehicles that do not use a master cylinder with the booster assembly, including 1994-1998 Buick Skylark, Oldsmobile Achieva, and Pontiac Grand Am.

Key Features

• Remanufactured to match O.E. performance
• Dual-diaphragm design for consistent brake assist
• 100% tested for fit and function
• 100% O.E. quality seals and check valves installed
• Rust-prohibitive finish helps extend service life
• Master cylinder output rods are pre-adjusted when included
• Steel construction with gray finish
• Master cylinder not included

Product Details

Cardone Vacuum Power Brake Booster 54-71289 is part of the Cardone Vacuum Power Brake Booster line, which focuses on remanufactured brake boosters that are re-engineered and tested to meet original equipment standards. This unit uses a dual diaphragm style with an 8.78-inch diaphragm diameter and an M10x1.5 master cylinder stud thread size. The booster is remanufactured from steel and finished in gray for a clean, corrosion-resistant appearance.

This part cross-references Buick 18020889 and Pontiac 18029989 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Hard brake pedal feel caused by a weak or failing booster
• Reduced brake assist during normal stopping
• Vacuum-related brake booster performance loss
• Fitment issues when replacing an original booster on supported Buick, Oldsmobile, or Pontiac models
• Corrosion-related booster deterioration

Installation Notes

Compatible With 1994-1998 Buick Skylark, 1994-1998 Oldsmobile Achieva, and 1994-1998 Pontiac Grand Am. Verify that the vehicle is equipped for a vacuum power brake booster and does not use a master cylinder included with the booster assembly. Confirm mounting points, stud thread size, and pedal linkage alignment before installation. The package includes the booster and instruction manual.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone 54-71289 booster is 100% tested to help ensure reliable fit and function. CARDONE remanufactured power brake boosters are re-engineered and inspected to match O.E. performance, with design improvements applied where applicable to improve durability over the original part.