What is this oil filter looking thing next to the electric motor?

[Jake1050]

I always wonder what this thing is and find it hard to search for so I'll just ask here.

 

[Jess Tolbirt]

motor mount

 

[Philth]

Its a vacuum pump.

 

[Scap]

Flux capaci-tater.

 

[Richard320]

It's a vacuum pump for the brakes. Variable valve timing and MDS can cause manifold vacuum to drop, which will affect the brake booster.

 

[skyhawk42]

Flux capaci-tater.

Search “121G” on orieleys website.

 

[Nascar Tommy]

Search “121G” on orieleys website.

It says "Not available for purchase" must be a Dealer only item!

 

[Nascar Tommy]

Yep. Vacuum pump.