Cardone 54-74203 Power Brake Booster

Vacuum Power Brake Booster for Dodge Dakota

The Cardone 54-74203 vacuum power brake booster is a remanufactured replacement built to restore brake assist and pedal response on select Dodge Dakota applications. It is engineered and tested to match original equipment performance, with fit and function verified before release.

For 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota models lacking master cylinders, this Cardone Vacuum Power Brake Booster provides a direct replacement solution with OE-style construction and a gray steel housing.

Key Features

• Remanufactured to match original equipment performance
• 100% tested for reliable fit and function
• Single-diaphragm design with an 11.07 in. diaphragm diameter
• Steel construction with an exclusive rust-prohibitive finish
• 100% OE-quality seals and check valves installed on every unit
• Master cylinder output rods are pre-adjusted when included for easier installation
• Guaranteed fit and function

Detailed Product Overview

Cardone’s Vacuum Power Brake Booster line focuses on restoring factory-style brake assist through remanufactured units that are re-engineered and tested to OE standards. The 54-74203 uses a single diaphragm and M8 x 1.25 master cylinder stud thread size, and it is supplied as a booster with an instruction manual. This part cross-references Dodge 4294341 for the same application. If you are searching for a remanufactured brake booster for a 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota, the Cardone 54-74203 is built for that service need.

What It Helps Address

• Hard brake pedal feel caused by reduced vacuum assist
• Delayed or inconsistent brake response
• Brake booster leakage or internal diaphragm wear
• Corrosion-related booster housing deterioration
• Fitment issues when replacing an original booster on Dodge Dakota models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is a 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota before installation. This booster is listed for vehicles lacking master cylinders, so confirm the existing brake system configuration and match the master cylinder stud thread size, M8 x 1.25, during replacement. Inspect vacuum lines, check valves, and mounting surfaces before installing the new booster to help ensure proper brake assist and pedal operation.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured power brake booster is re-engineered, built, and tested to match OE performance. The unit is 100% tested for fit and function and finished with a rust-prohibitive coating to support long-term durability.