Cardone 54-74408 Power Brake Booster

Vacuum Power Brake Booster Overview

Restore brake assist with the Cardone Vacuum Power Brake Booster, part number 54-74408. This remanufactured power brake booster is built to match O.E. performance and is tested for fit and function before it leaves the factory.

Compatible with select Ford Expedition, Ford F-150, Ford F-150 Heritage, Ford F-250, Lincoln Navigator, and Lincoln Blackwood applications, this booster is a direct replacement for vehicles that use a vacuum-assisted brake system and do not use a master cylinder with the listed fitments.

Key Features

• Remanufactured to match original equipment performance
• Dual-diaphragm design for vacuum brake assist
• 10.77 in. diaphragm diameter
• Steel construction with gray finish
• 100% tested for reliable fit and function
• O.E.-quality seals and check valves installed
• Rust-prohibitive finishing process for added durability
• Master cylinder output rods are pre-adjusted when included
• Package contents: booster and instruction manual

Product Details

Cardone’s Vacuum Power Brake Booster line focuses on remanufactured brake assist components that are re-engineered from original designs and updated where needed for durability. Part number 54-74408 uses a dual diaphragm style and steel housing to deliver consistent vacuum-assisted braking performance. It is a direct-fit replacement for select 1997-2008 Ford and Lincoln trucks and SUVs, including 2008 Ford Expedition, 2008 Lincoln Navigator, and 1999-2003 Ford F-150 applications.

This part cross-references Ford and Lincoln OE numbers such as 8L1Z2005A and F75Z2005AE for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Hard brake pedal feel caused by a weak booster
• Reduced brake assist during normal stopping
• Vacuum-related brake performance loss
• Fitment issues when replacing a worn booster on listed Ford and Lincoln models
• Noise or inconsistent pedal response from a failing brake booster assembly

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle configuration before ordering. This booster fits 2008 Ford Expedition and 2008 Lincoln Navigator without Electronic Stability Program or master cylinder, 2002 Ford Expedition and 2002 Lincoln Navigator without Interactive Vehicle Dynamics and without master cylinder, 1997-2001 Ford Expedition and 1998-2001 Lincoln Navigator without master cylinder, 1999-2003 Ford F-150 without master cylinder, 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage without master cylinder, 2002-2003 Lincoln Blackwood without master cylinder, and 1997-1999 Ford F-250 under 8500 lb GVW without master cylinder.

Confirm vacuum brake booster mounting, pushrod setup, and master cylinder compatibility before installation. Follow the included instruction manual and inspect related brake system components during replacement.

Quality Assurance

Cardone remanufactures this booster to O.E. standards and tests every unit for fit and function. The unit also receives O.E.-quality seals and check valves, plus a rust-prohibitive finish to support long-term service life.