If brakes are affected, DO NOT START THE CAR BEFORE YOU CONFIRM THE REPAIRS NEEDED.

if the pump has failed, it can DESTROY the motor.

I would pull the belt and all accessories off the front of the motor, pull the vacuum pump and inspect the actuator arm bearing, and the warble plate on the timing gear.

If one or both are damaged, you need to replace them.

Seriously, do not start the car before you inspect this.

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