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replacing servo on 02 mk2 2.3 petrol

Started by Muskoka, June 05, 2019, 07:30:30 PM

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June 05, 2019, 07:30:30 PM
My servo has started hissing under the footwell and inspection shows the seal round the brake pushrod has failed. I'm told the servo will be shot inside so I need to replace it. Strangely the brakes are working OK. There are very few second hand exact models available so I am wondering if a more recent servo would fit. Has anyone got any experience of swapping their servo out?
June 07, 2019, 10:24:55 AM #1
Further to above I have seen a servo advertised but the part number has the last letter different from mine. Anybody know if that matters?  Also can anybody tell me if a servo off a petrol engined Galaxy is different to one from a diesel.
June 07, 2019, 05:58:19 PM #2
Petrol and Diesel are different. The last digit refers to revisions, normally that's not an issue :)
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June 07, 2019, 06:34:53 PM #3
Thanks Mark. I've got one off flea bay coming next week. Can't afford new, quoted Ã,£850 by the local Ford dealership! It's Ã,£100 plus to get it fitted but knackered joints mean I don't fancy trying.
June 07, 2019, 08:23:05 PM #4
Even in good health I wouldn't bother for that price, there aren't many jobs I consider to be real buggers on these cars but the Servo is a proper pig to access due to the limited access.

Money well spent IMO :)
03 Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDI 115 Ghia in Spruce Green Metallic
With cream leather interior, Full Bodykit, Remapped at 145bhp, Lowered on 18's
17 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 Diesel in Slate Blue
262Bhp AWD and Factory fresh...for now!
58 Ford Transit 2.2 TDI 115 in Frozen White
With retrofitted everything except another slidey door! :)
LAUNCH X431 Pad PRO - Scanning & Coding for all makes and models done in Wiltshire in exchange for winegums! :)
June 07, 2019, 08:34:58 PM #5
Sounds like I do right getting it done for me! Hard to see it, never mind getting it out. Mind you I'm going to miss telling passengers about my pet snake on the floor somewhere!
June 07, 2019, 10:34:25 PM #6
I've seen where the brake servo is - If they can get it out and refitted for that price, I'd be happy to pay them as it looks like a struggle due to the poor access.

You can see the top face of it by removing the scuttle from under the bonnet, but its not great even so.
June 08, 2019, 09:50:35 AM #7
Never skimp on your brakes. They are the only thing between you and the road.
I drive a Seat Alhambra 1.9Tdi which has 115bhp and an automatic gearbox.

I am happy to help you with all your questions. I am not a qualified mechanic but seem to be better at fixing my car than even the most experienced garages.

I have lots of friends here and very much enjoy talking with you all. Always remember, a motor car is a serious tool and should be treated with respect. Put your safety first, always.
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