Cardone 54-74401 Power Brake Booster

Vacuum Power Brake Booster for Ford E-Series

The Cardone 54-74401 is a remanufactured vacuum power brake booster built to restore brake assist and pedal feel on select Ford E-250 and E-350 Econoline applications. It is re-engineered and tested to match original equipment performance, with fitment focused on vehicles that use a vacuum brake booster and do not include a master cylinder.

Key Features

• Remanufactured to match O.E. performance
• Dual diaphragm design for brake assist support
• 100% tested for reliable 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
• Package contents: booster, instruction manual, and M/C neck seal

Product Details

Cardone Vacuum Power Brake Booster 54-74401 is part of the Cardone remanufactured brake booster line, which focuses on restoring original braking assist performance through inspection, re-engineering, and testing. This unit uses a dual diaphragm style with a 10.775-inch diaphragm diameter and steel housing, and it is finished in gray. It is a direct replacement for Ford E7UZ2005A and E8UZ2005A applications and is listed for 1987-1991 Ford E-250 Econoline, 1987-1991 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, 1987-1991 Ford E-350 Econoline, and 1987-1991 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon. Fits 1987-1991 Ford E-250 Econoline, N/A; Fits 1987-1991 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A; Fits 1987-1991 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A; Fits 1987-1991 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A.

What It Helps Address

• Hard brake pedal feel from a worn booster
• Reduced brake assist during normal stopping
• Vacuum-related brake booster performance loss
• Fitment issues on Ford E-Series vans without a master cylinder
• Noise or inconsistent assist from aging brake hardware

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle configuration before ordering, including the correct Ford E-Series application, gross vehicle weight rating where noted, and whether the vehicle is equipped without a master cylinder. Confirm the booster-to-master-cylinder interface and vacuum connections before installation. This part number, 54-74401, is intended for direct replacement use on the listed applications and should be matched to the original booster design before service.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured power brake booster is tested to confirm performance, fit, and function. The unit is built with O.E.-quality seals and check valves, and the rust-resistant finish is used to help improve durability in service. This part cross-references Ford (e.g., E7UZ2005A, E8UZ2005A) for the same application.