Apex Auto Spare Parts — Brake Parts
Power Brake Booster — Ford F-150 (2004–2014)
From $90 USD
Compatible with: Ford F-150 2004–2014 | 12th & 13th Gen | All Engines
The power brake booster uses engine vacuum to amplify your foot pressure on the brake pedal — multiplying the force you apply by a factor of 2 to 4. Without a functioning booster, your F-150 can still stop, but it requires dramatically more pedal effort and significantly longer stopping distances. A failed booster is a safety issue that Canadian truck owners should not ignore, especially in winter conditions where stopping distances are already longer. Apex Auto Spare Parts stocks replacement brake boosters for the 2004–2014 Ford F-150.
Compatible Vehicles
- 2004–2008 Ford F-150 (12th Gen) — 4.2L V6, 4.6L V8, 5.4L V8 | 2WD & 4WD
- 2009–2010 Ford F-150 — 4.6L V8, 5.4L V8 | 2WD & 4WD
- 2011–2014 Ford F-150 (13th Gen) — 3.5L EcoBoost, 5.0L V8, 6.2L V8 | 2WD & 4WD
- All cab styles: Regular, SuperCab, SuperCrew
How to Identify a Failing Brake Booster
- Hard, stiff brake pedal requiring much more force than usual to stop — the most common symptom
- Hissing or whooshing sound from the engine bay when pressing the brake pedal
- Engine idle drops or stumbles when the brake pedal is pressed
- Brake pedal feels like pressing a board — no power assistance
- Longer stopping distances than usual despite properly functioning pads and rotors
- Check Engine light may illuminate due to vacuum leak affecting MAP sensor readings
New vs Remanufactured
| New Booster | All new diaphragm, housing, and check valve. Best longevity. Higher price. |
| Remanufactured | Rebuilt to OEM spec. Significant cost saving. Core return required. |
| Our Recommendation | New unit recommended for trucks over 200,000 km or heavy towing use |
| Core Return | Return your old booster after installation — keeps your cost down |
Technical Specifications
| Booster Type | Single or tandem vacuum diaphragm (confirm by year) |
| Diameter | 9 in or 11 in (confirm by model year and trim) |
| Vacuum Source | Engine intake manifold via check valve |
| Mounting | 4-stud firewall mount — direct bolt-on replacement |
| Includes | Vacuum check valve and mounting hardware |
Order from Apex Auto Spare Parts
Call us 24/7 at +1 (512) 236-5489. Tell us your F-150 year, engine, and drivetrain and we confirm the right booster for your truck immediately.
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