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stant velocity joint housings. The rear Tone Wheels
are serviced as an assembly with the rear disc brake
rotor hub. Correct Anti-Lock System operation is dependent
on wheel speed signals from the wheel speed sensors.
The vehicles' wheels and tires must all be the same
size and type to generate accurate signals. In addi-
tion, the tires must be inflated to the recommended
pressures for optimum system operation. Variations
in wheel and tire size or significant variations in in-
flation pressure can produce inaccurate wheel speed
signals.
CONTROLLER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE (CAB)
The Anti-Lock Brake Controller is a small micro-
processor based device that monitors the brake sys- tem and controls the system while it functions in
Anti-Lock Mode. The CAB is located under the bat-
tery tray and is mounted to the left frame rail (Fig.
7) and uses a 60-way system connector. The power
source for the CAB is through the ignition switch to
pin 60 of the controller. With the ignition in the
RUN or ON position. IF THE (ABS) CONTROL-
LER NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BE SURE THE
CORRECT CONTROLLER IS USED. THE CON-
TROLLER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE (CAB) IS NOT
ON THE CCD BUS
Fig. 5 Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
Fig. 4 Front Wheel Speed Sensor
Fig. 6 Rear Tone Wheel
Fig. 7 Location Controller Anti-Lock Brake (CAB)
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The primary functions of the (CAB) are:
² (1) Detect wheel locking tendencies.
² (2) Control fluid modulation to the brakes while in
Anti-Lock mode.
² (3) Monitor the system for proper operation.
² (4) Provide communication to the DRB II while in
diagnostic mode. The (CAB) continuously monitors the speed of each
wheel, through the signals generated at the Wheel
Speed Sensors, to determine if any wheel is begin-
ning to lock. When a wheel locking tendency is de-
tected, the (CAB) will isolate the master cylinder
from the wheel brakes. This is done by activating the
Isolation Valves. The (CAB) then commands the ap-
propriate Build or Decay valves to modulate brake
fluid pressure in some or all of the hydraulic circuits.
The fluid used for modulation comes from the booster
servo circuit. The (CAB) continues to control pres-
sure in individual hydraulic circuits until a locking
tendency is no longer present. The (ABS) system is constantly monitored by the
(CAB) for proper operation. If the (CAB) detects a
fault, it can disable the Anti-Lock braking function.
Depending on the fault, the (CAB) will light one or
both of the brake warning lamps. The (CAB) contains a System Diagnostic Program
which triggers the brake system warning lamps
when a system fault is detected. Faults are stored in
a diagnostic program memory. There are 19 fault
codes that may be stored in the (CAB) and displayed
through the DRB II. These fault codes will remain in
the (CAB) memory even after the ignition has been
turned off. These fault codes will remain in memory
until they are cleared with the DRB II, or automati-
cally erased from the memory after (50) ignition
switch on/off cycles.
CONTROLLER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE (INPUTS)
² Four wheel speed sensors.
² Boost pressure transducer.
² Primary pressure transducer.
² Low fluid level switch.
² Differential pressure switch.
² Parking brake switch.
² Dual function pressure switch (warning pressure
only)
² Stop lamp switch.
² Ignition switch.
² System relay voltage.
² Ground.
² Low Accumulator
CONTROLLER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE (OUTPUTS)
²Ten modulator valves-3 decay, 3 build and 4 isola-
tion.
² Red Brake warning lamp.
² Amber Anti-Lock Warning Lamp.
² System relay actuation. ²
Diagnostic communication.
ABS SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR
The Bendix Anti-Lock system diagnostic connector
is located under the lower dash panel or in the area
of the fuse box (Fig. 8). The fuse box is located be-
hind the access panel that is on the bottom portion of
the dash panel, left of the steering column. The diag-
nostics connector is a blue 6 way connector.
ANTI-LOCK SYSTEM RELAYS AND WARNING
LAMPS
PUMP/MOTOR RELAY
Pump/Motor power is supplied by the Pump/Motor
Relay. The Pump/Motor relay is located inside the
Power Distribution Center (PDC). The relay coil is
energized by a ground from the Dual Function Pres-
sure Switch. See (Fig. 9) for the location of the pump/
motor relay in the (PDC).
SYSTEM RELAY
The (ABS) Modulator Valves and Anti-Lock Warn-
ing Lamp Relay are controlled through a System Re-
lay. The System relay is located on the top left inner
fender behind the headlight (Fig. 10). The system re-
lay provides power to the (CAB) for modulator valve
operation (pins 47 and 50) after the start-up cycle
when the ignition is turned on.
ANTI-LOCK WARNING LAMP RELAY
The Anti-Lock Warning Lamp is controlled by the
Yellow Light Relay. See (Fig. 10) for location behind
the left headlight. With the relay de-energized, the
lamp is lit. When the system relay is energized by
Fig. 8 A.B.S. Diagnostic Connector Location
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In order to effectively diagnose an Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS) condition. It is important to read Sec-
tion 1 of this manual, Anti-Lock Brake System De-
scription. This section will give you information on
the function of the ABS components. Then follow the
diagnostic procedures outlined in this section. Many conditions that generate customer com-
plaints of the ABS system may be normal operating
conditions. These conditions though are judged to be
a problem due to unfamiliarity with the ABS system.
These conditions can be recognized without perform-
ing extensive diagnostic work, given adequate under-
standing of operating principles and performance
characteristics of the ABS system. See Section 1 of
this manual to familiarize yourself with the operat-
ing principles of the ABS system.
DEFINITIONS
Several abbreviations are used in this manual.
They are presented here for reference.
² CABÐController Anti-Lock Brake
² ABSÐAnti-Lock Brake System
² PSIÐPounds per Square Inch (pressure)
² WSSÐWheel Speed Sensor
ABS CONTROLLER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE (CAB) SER-
VICE PRECAUTIONS
The ABS system uses an electronic control module,
the (CAB). This module is designed to withstand nor-
mal current draws associated with vehicle operation.
However care must be taken to avoid overloading the
(CAB) circuits. In testing for open or short circuits, do
not ground or apply voltage to any of the circuits unless
instructed to do so by the appropriate diagnostic pro-
cedure. These circuits should only be tested using a
high impedance multi-meter, special tools or the DRB
II tester as described in this section. Power should
never be removed or applied to any control module with
the ignition in the ON position. Before removing or
connecting battery cables, fuses, or connectors, always
turn the ignition to the OFF position.
ABS SYSTEM GENERAL SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
TEST DRIVING ABS COMPLAINT VEHICLES
Most ABS complaints will require a test drive as a
part of the diagnostic procedure. The purpose of the
test drive is to duplicate the condition. Before test driving a brake complaint vehicle,
especially if the Red Brake Warning Lamp is on.
Test the brake function at low speed to be sure
that the car will stop normally. Remember that
conditions that result in illumination of the Red
Fig. 14 Decay Pressure - Hydraulic Control
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Brake Warning Lamp may indicate reduced
braking ability. The following procedure should
be used to test drive an ABS complaint:(1) Ignition on. Turn the ignition to the ON position
without starting the car and wait until the Red Brake
Warning Lamp and Amber Anti-Lock Warning Lamp
turn off. This will allow the pump to charge the
accumulator to operating pressure. If the warning
lamp(s) do not turn off, go to step 3. (2) Ignition off for 15 seconds.
(3) Start car. Wait for displays to return to normal
operating mode before proceeding. (4) With Shift lever in PARK, slowly depress brake
pedal and release. (5) Drive vehicle a short distance. During this test
drive, be sure that the vehicle achieves at least 20 mph.
Then brake to at least one complete stop and accelerate
slowly back up to at least 20 mph. (6) If a functional problem with the A.B.S. system is
determined while test driving a vehicle. Refer to the
Bendix Anti-Lock 10 Diagnostics Manual for required
test procedures and proper use of the DRB II tester.
CAUTION: The following are general precautions that
should be observed when servicing and diagnosing
the ABS system and/or other vehicle systems. Failure
to observe these precautions may result in ABS
system damage.
(1) If welding work is to be performed on the vehicle
using an arc welder, the (CAB) should be disconnected
before the welding operation begins. (2) The (CAB) and hydraulic assembly 10 way con-
nectors should never be connected or disconnected with
the ignition on. (3) Some components of the ABS system are not
serviced separately and must be serviced as complete
assemblies. Do not disassemble any component which
is designated as non-serviceable. (4) Always de-pressurize the Hydraulic Accu-
mulator when performing any work that re-
quires disconnecting any hydraulic tube, flex
hose or fitting. The ABS system uses brake fluid
at high pressure. Failure to de-pressurize the
accumulator may result in personal injury
and/or damage to painted surfaces. Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces. If brake
fluid is spilled on any painted surfaces, wash off with
water immediately.
DE-PRESSURIZING HYDRAULIC ACCUMULA- TOR
The ABS pump/motor assembly keeps the hydraulic
accumulator charged between approximately 11,032
and 13,790 kPa (1600 and 2000 psi) anytime key is in the ON position. The pump/motor assembly
cannot run if the ignition is off or either battery ca-
ble is disconnected. Unless otherwise specified, the hydraulic accumu-
lator should be de-pressurized before disassembling
any portion of the hydraulic system. The following
procedure should be used to de-pressurize the hy-
draulic accumulator: (1) With ignition off, or either battery cable discon-
nected, pump the brake pedal a minimum of 40 times
using approximately 50 pounds of pedal force. A no-
ticeable change in pedal feel will occur when the ac-
cumulator becomes discharged. (2) When a definite increase in pedal effort is felt,
pump the pedal a few additional times. This will in-
sure removal of all hydraulic pressure from the
brake system.
WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CABLES
Proper installation of wheel speed sensor cables is
critical to continued ABS system operation. Be sure
that cables are installed and routed properly. Failure
to install cables in their retainers, as shown in Sec-
tion 3 of this manual. May result in contact with
moving parts or over extension of cables, resulting in
an open circuit.
MECHANICAL DIAGNOSTICS AND SERVICE
PROCEDURES
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS
Some diagnostic procedures in this section require
the use of special service tools. Each of these tools is
described below.
DRB II DIAGNOSTIC TESTER
Some of the diagnostic procedures that are ex-
plained in this section require the use of the DRB II
DIAGNOSTICS TESTER to insure that proper diag-
nostics are performed. Refer to those sections for
proper testing procedures and the DRB II manual for
its proper operational information.
MST-6163 PRESSURE TESTER
Some diagnostic procedures in this manual require
the use of the MST-6163 pressure gauge and adaptor
(Fig. 2). Pressure Gauge, Special Tool MST-6163 is
required to measure accumulator pressure during
certain phases of ABS operation. The pressure gauge
and adaptor should be installed as follows: (1) De-pressurize the accumulator by pumping the
brake pedal a minimum of 40 times with the ignition
off. The procedure is fully explained under De-Pres-
surizing Hydraulic Accumulator which is described
earlier in this System Diagnosis Section.
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WARNING: FAILURE TO DE-PRESSURIZE THE AC-
CUMULATOR PRIOR TO PERFORMING THIS OPER-
ATION MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY
AND/OR DAMAGE TO PAINTED SURFACES. (2) Remove hydraulic assembly accumulator port
plug,located on right hand side of hydraulic assembly
(Fig. 1).
(3) Install pressure gauge to hydraulic assembly
adaptor into accumulator port of hydraulic assembly
(Fig. 2). Then torque adaptor to 10 N Im (7.5 ft. lbs.).
(4) Install adaptor onto the pressure gauge hose
(Fig. 2) and tighten the fitting to 15 N Im (11 ft. lbs.)
torque. (5) Install pressure gauge and hose adaptor assem-
bly onto the adaptor installed in the hydraulic as-
sembly accumulator port. Then install the retaining
clip into the grove on the accumulator port adaptor
(Fig. 2). MAKE SURE THAT THE RETAINING
CLIP IS INSTALLED ON THE ACCUMULATOR
PORT ADAPTOR BEFORE RE-PRESSURIZING
THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.
WARNING: BEFORE REMOVING PRESSURE
GAUGE AND ADAPTOR, BE SURE TO DE-PRES-
SURIZE THE HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY. THEN IN-
STALL AND TIGHTEN ACCUMULATOR PORT PLUG
TO 12 N IM (9 FT. LBS.).
It is not necessary to bleed the hydraulic assembly
or brake system after installation and removal of the
pressure gauge. Unless additional tubes, hoses, or fit-
tings were removed or loosened.
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY INTERNAL LEAK
CHECK
If an internal leak is suspected in the ABS hydrau-
lic circuit, Test Gauge, Special Tool 6685 has been
developed to assist in the diagnostics. This fixture
will assist in determining if there is an internal leak;
and if the leak is in the hydraulic unit or the pump
motor assembly. It can be used whether the pump
shuts off or not. Test Gauge, Special Tool 6685 installation and op-
eration procedure is detailed below. Refer to the Hy-
draulic Pressure Performance Test in the 1993
Bendix Anti-Lock 10 Diagnostic Manual for the re-
quired test procedures.
WARNING: FAILURE TO DE-PRESSURIZE THE AC-
CUMULATOR PRIOR TO PERFORMING THIS OPER-
ATION MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY
AND/OR DAMAGE TO PAINTED SURFACES.
(1) De-pressurize the accumulator by pumping the
brake pedal a minimum of 40 times with the ignition
off. The procedure is fully explained under De-Pres-
surizing Hydraulic Accumulator which is described
earlier in this System Diagnosis Section. (2) Remove wiring harness connector from dual
function pressure switch on bottom of hydraulic as-
sembly. Connect wiring harness from Test Gauge,
Special Tool 6685 into wiring harness connector re-
moved from dual function pressure switch.Fig. 1 Hydraulic Assembly Accumulator Port Plug Location
Fig. 2 Pressure Gauge and Adapter Installed onHydraulic Assembly
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(3) Locate high pressure brake fluid hose going
from hydraulic assembly to pump/motor. Remove
high pressure hose tube nut from fitting on hydraulic
assembly.
CAUTION: When installing Test Gauge, Special Tool
6685, ensure that pressure gauge is on high pres-
sure hose side of shut off valve (Fig. 3).
(4) Verify shut off valve on Test Gauge, Special
Tool 6685 is in the open position. Then install Test
Gauge, Special Tool 6685 in-line with high pressure
hose (Fig. 3). Screw male end of Test Gauge, Special
Tool 6685 into high pressure adapter on hydraulic
assembly and torque nut to 16 N Im (145 in. lbs.).
(5) Install high pressure brake fluid hose (Fig. 3)
into Test Gauge, Special Tool 6685 and torque tube
nut to 16 N Im (145 in. lbs.).
(6) Remove hydraulic assembly accumulator port
plug,located on right hand side of hydraulic assembly
(Fig. 4). (7) Install pressure gauge to hydraulic assembly
adaptor, for Pressure Tester, Special Tool MST-6163
(Fig. 5) into accumulator port of hydraulic assembly.
Tighten adapter to 10 N Im (7.5 ft. lbs.) torque.
(8) Install Pressure Tester, Special Tool MST-6163
and hose adaptor assembly, onto adaptor in hydraulic
assembly accumulator port. Then install retaining
clip into grove on accumulator port adaptor (Fig. 5).
MAKE SURE THAT THE RETAINING CLIP IS
INSTALLED ON ACCUMULATOR PORT
ADAPTOR BEFORE RE-PRESSURIZING THE
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM. (9) Run the required diagnostic tree per the 1993
Bendix Anti-Lock 10 Diagnostic Manual to diagnose
the failure and make required repairs. (10) De-pressurize hydraulic accumulator by pump-
ing brake pedal a minimum of 40 times with the
ignition off. The procedure is fully explained under
De-Pressurizing Hydraulic Accumulator which is de-
scribed earlier in this System Diagnosis Section.
Fig. 3 Test Gauge 6685 Installed
Fig. 4 Hydraulic Assembly Accumulator Port Plug Location
Fig. 5 Pressure Gauge and Adapter Installed on Hy-draulic Assembly
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(11) Remove all special tools previously installed,
from the ABS hydraulic assembly. (12) Install accumulator port plug into hydraulic
assembly. Torque accumulator port plug to 12 N Im(9
ft. lbs.). (13) Install high pressure brake hose from the
pump motor assembly into hydraulic fitting on ABS
hydraulic assembly. Torque high pressure brake hose
tube nut to 16 N Im (145 in. lbs.).
(14) Turn ignition switch to the run position to en-
ergize the pump/motor assembly and pressurize hy-
draulic system. Check for leakage at the hydraulic
assembly to hydraulic bladder accumulator fitting. (15) Again de-pressurize accumulator by pumping
brake pedal a minimum of 40 times. Use procedure
described in De-Pressurizing Hydraulic Accumulator
in this section of the service manual. (16) Then check the brake fluid level in the hy-
draulic assembly reservoir. If brake fluid level is low,
fill reservoir to proper level with Mopar tbrake fluid
or equivalent conforming to DOT 3 requirements.
INTERMITTENT FAULTS
As with almost any electronic system, intermittent
faults in the ABS system may be difficult to accu-
rately diagnose. Most intermittent faults are caused by faulty elec-
trical connections or wiring. When an intermittent
fault is encountered, check suspect circuits for: (1) Poor mating of electrical connector halves, or
electrical terminals not fully seated in the connector
body. (2) Improperly formed or damaged electrical termi-
nals. All connector terminals in a suspect circuit
should be carefully reformed to increase contact ten-
sion. (3) Poor terminal to wire connection. This requires
removing the terminal from the connector body and
inspecting for proper terminal to wire connection. If a visual check does not find the cause of the
problem, operate the vehicle in an attempt to dupli-
cate the condition and record the Fault Code. Most failures of the ABS system will disable the
Anti-Lock function for the entire ignition cycle even
if the fault clears before ignition key-off. There are
some failure conditions however, which will allow
ABS operation to resume during the ignition cycle in
which a failure occurred. If the failure conditions are
no longer present. The following conditions may result in intermittent
illumination of the Red Brake Warning Lamp and/or
Amber Anti-Lock Warning Lamp. All other failures
will cause the lamp(s) to remain on until the ignition
switch is turned off. Circuits and or components in-
volving these inputs to the (CAB) should be investi-
gated if a complaint of intermittent warning system
operation is encountered. ²
Low system voltage. If low system voltage is de-
tected by the (CAB), the (CAB) will turn on the Am-
ber Anti-Lock Warning Lamp until normal system
voltage is achieved. Once normal voltage is seen at
the (CAB), normal operation resumes.
² Low Brake Fluid. A low brake fluid condition will
cause the Red Brake Warning Lamp to illuminate.
When the fluid sensor again indicates an acceptable
fluid level, the Red Brake Warning Lamp will go out.
This condition may exist during hard cornering or
while the vehicle is on a grade. If the vehicle is in
motion above 3 M.P.H. the Amber Anti-Lock Warn-
ing Lamp will also be turned on.
² Low Accumulator Pressure. Low Accumulator
Pressure will cause both the Red Brake Warning and
Amber Anti-Lock Warning Lamps to illuminate.
Once normal operating pressure is achieved, the
lamps will extinguish and the system will return to
normal operation. Additionally, any condition that results in an inter-
ruption of power to the (CAB) or hydraulic assembly.
May cause the Red Brake Warning and Amber Anti-
Lock Warning Lamps to illuminate intermittently. All the conditions (or faults) mentioned above, can
store a fault code in the (CAB) module.
ABS BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC FEATURES
SYSTEM SELF DIAGNOSIS
The ABS system is equipped with a diagnostic ca-
pability that may be used to assist in isolation of
ABS faults. The features of the diagnostics system
are described below.
CONTROLLER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE (CAB)
Fault codes are kept in a Non-Volatile memory un-
til either erased by the technician using the DRB II
or erased automatically after 50 ignition cycles (key
ON-OFF cycles). The only fault that will not be
erased after 50 (KEY CYCLES) is the (CAB) fault.
The (CAB) fault can only be erased by using the
DRB II diagnostic tester. More than one fault can be
stored at a time. The number of key cycles since the
most recent fault was stored is also displayed. Most
functions of the (CAB) and (ABS) system can be ac-
cessed by the technician for testing and diagnostic
purposes by using the DRB II Diagnostic Tester.
START-UP CYCLE
The START-UP CYCLE takes place immediately
after the ignition switch is turned on. It is an elec-
trical check of basic electrical functions such as the
System Relay and Anti-Lock Warning Lamp Relay.
During this check, the Amber Anti-Lock Warning
Lamp is turned on, then turned off at the end of the
test. The test takes approximatel y1-2seconds to
complete.
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DRIVE-OFF CYCLE
The DRIVE-OFF CYCLE takes place when the ve-
hicle reaches about 3 miles per hour the first time af-
ter an ignition reset. During this test, the modulator
solenoid valves are activated briefly to test their
function. The DRIVE-OFF CYCLE will be bypassed
if you drive-off with the service brake pedal de-
pressed.
LATCHING VERSUS NON-LATCHING FAULTS
Some faults detected by the (CAB) are latching.
The fault is latched and (ABS) function is disabled
until the ignition switch is reset (turned OFF/ON).
Thus (ABS) function is disabled even if the original
fault has disappeared during the ignition cycle in
which it occurred. Other faults are non-latching; any
warning lights that are turned on are only on as long
as the fault condition exists. As soon as the condition
goes away. The Amber Anti-Lock Warning Light is
turned off. Although a fault code will be set in most
cases. (Example:low accumulator fault will not be
stored for a time of 2 minutes after the fault is de-
tected).
BENDIX ABS SYSTEMS DIAGNOSTICS
The Bendix Anti-Lock 10 Brake System diagnos-
tics. Beyond the basic mechanical diagnostics, sys-
tems and components covered earlier in this section,
is accomplished by using the DRB II diagnostic
tester. See testing procedures outlined in the Bendix
Anti-Lock 10 Diagnostics Manual for the 1993 M.Y. Please reference the above mentioned manual. For
any further diagnostic service procedures that are re-
quired on the Bendix Anti-Lock 10 Brake System, re-
quiring the use of the DRB II diagnostic tester.
ON CAR HYDRAULIC ABS COMPONENT SERVICE
WARNING: FAILURE TO FULLY DE-PRESSURIZE
THE HYDRAULIC ACCUMULATOR BEFORE PER-
FORMING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SERVICE OPERA-
TIONS. COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO SERVICE
PERSONNEL AND OR DAMAGE TO PAINTED SUR-
FACES. SEE SECTION 2 FOR ADDITIONAL WARN-
INGS AND CAUTIONS.
GENERAL SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
The following are general precautions that should
be observed when servicing the Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem and/or other vehicle systems. Failure to observe
these precautions may result in Anti-Lock brake sys-
tem damage. If welding work is to be performed on the vehicle,
using an electric arc welder, the (CAB) connector
should be disconnected during the welding operation. The (CAB) or hydraulic assembly connector should
never be connected or disconnected with the ignition
switch in the ONposition.
Many components of the Anti-Lock brake system are
not serviceable and must be replaced as an assembly.
Do not attempt to disassemble any component
that is not designed to be a serviced component.
DE-PRESSURIZING HYDRAULIC ACCUMULA- TOR
The pump/motor assembly will keep the hydraulic
accumulator charged to approximately 11,032 and
13,790 kPa (1600 and 2000 psi) any time that the
ignition is in the ON position. The pump/motor assem-
bly cannot run if the ignition is off or if either battery
cable is disconnected. Unless otherwise specified, the hydraulic accumula-
tor should be de-pressurized before disassembling any
portion of the hydraulic system. The following proce-
dure should be used to relieve the pressure in the
hydraulic accumulator: (1) With ignition off, or either battery cable discon-
nected, pump the brake pedal a minimum of 40 times,
using approximately 222 N (50 lbs.) pedal force. A
noticeable change in pedal feel will occur, when the
accumulator is discharged. (2) When a definite increase in pedal effort is felt,
pump pedal a few additional times. This will insure
removal of all hydraulic pressure from the brake sys-
tem.
CHECKING BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
CAUTION: Use only brake fluid conforming to DOT 3
specifications such as Mopar Tor Equivalent. Do not
use any fluid in the brake hydraulic system, which
contains a petroleum base. Do not use a container
which has been used for petroleum based fluids or a
container that is wet with water. Petroleum based
fluids will cause swelling and distortion of rubber
parts in the hydraulic brake system and water will mix
with brake fluid, lowering the fluid boiling point. Keep
all brake fluid containers tightly capped to prevent
contamination.
The hydraulic assembly is equipped with a plastic
fluid reservoir, with a filter/strainer located in the filler
neck of each reservoir section. The Anti-Lock brake system requires that the hy-
draulic accumulator be de-pressurized when checking
the fluid level. To check the brake fluid level, the
following procedure should be used: (1) With the ignition off, de-pressurize the hydraulic
accumulator by applying the brake pedal approxi-
mately 40 times, using a pedal force of approximately
220 N (50 lbs.). A noticeable change in pedal feel will
occur when the accumulator is de-
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pressurized. When a definite increase in pedal effort
is felt, pump pedal a few additional times. This will
insure removal of all hydraulic pressure from the
brake system.(2) Thoroughly clean both reservoir caps and sur-
rounding area of reservoir before cap removal. This
will avoid getting dirt into the reservoir and brake
fluid. (3) Inspect the fluid level, see instructions on top
of reservoir (Fill To Top Of The White Screen In
Front Filter/Strainer). (4) Fill reservoir to top of white screen on filter/
strainer (Fig. 1) as required. Use only brake fluid
conforming to DOT 3 specifications such as Mopar t
or an Equivalent.
(5) Replace reservoir cap.
BLEEDING ABS BRAKE SYSTEM
The Anti-Lock brake system must be bled anytime
air is permitted to enter the brake hydraulic system,
due to disconnection of brake lines or hoses for ser-
vice. It is important to note that excessive air in the
brake system may set a primary pressure/delta P
fault in the (CAB). Refer to Diagnosis, for further in-
formation. Pressure bleeding or manual bleeding procedures
can be used when bleeding the (ABS) hydraulic sys-
tem, after brake lines or hoses have been discon-
nected. Bleeding the (ABS) hydraulic system is also
necessary after the replacement of the hydraulic as-
sembly or wheel brakes. During bleeding operations, be sure that the brake
fluid level remains close to the FULL level in the
reservoir. Check the fluid level periodically during the bleeding procedure and add only DOT 3 brake
fluid to the reservoir as required.
PRESSURE BLEEDING (FIG. 2)
The brake lines may be pressure bled, using a
standard diaphragm type pressure bleeder. Only dia-
phragm type pressure bleeding equipment should be
used to prevent air, moisture, and other contami-
nants from entering the system. The following proce-
dure should be used for pressure bleeding of the
master cylinder and wheel circuits (Fig. 2) (1) Ignition should be turned off and remain off
throughout this procedure. (2) Fully de-pressurize hydraulic accumulator by
pumping brake pedal a minimum of 40 times. The
procedure is fully described in this section of the ser-
vice manual under De-Pressurizing Hydraulic Accu-
mulator.
WARNING: FAILURE TO DE-PRESSURIZE HYDRAU-
LIC ACCUMULATOR, BEFORE PERFORMING THIS
OPERATION, MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY
AND/OR DAMAGE TO PAINTED SURFACES.
(3) Remove both reservoir caps (Fig. 2).
(4) Install pressure bleeder adapter, on front reser-
voir port and a dummy cap on the rear port of the
reservoir (Fig. 2) (5) Attach bleeding equipment to bleeder adapter
(Fig. 2). Charge pressure bleeder to approximately
138 kPa (20 psi).
(6) Connect a transparent hose to the caliper bleed
screw (Fig. 3). Submerge the free end of the hose in a
clear glass container, which is partially filled with
clean, fresh brake fluid.
Fig. 1 ABS Fill Level On Filter/Strainer
Fig. 2 Pressure Bleeding Brake System
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(7) With the pressure bleeder turned on, open the
caliper bleed screw 3/4 to one full turn allowing brake
fluid to flow into the container. Leave bleed screw open
until a clear, bubble-free flow of brake fluid is coming
from the hose in the container. If the reservoir has been
drained or the hydraulic assembly removed from the
car before the bleeding operation. Slowly pump the
brake pedal one or two times while the bleed screw is
open and fluid is flowing. This will help purge any
trapped air from the hydraulic assembly. Tighten
bleeder screw to 10 N Im (7.5 ft. lbs.) torque.
(8) Step 7 above should be done at all wheel brakes,
following the order wheel by wheel as listed below. a) Left rear.
b) Right rear.
c) Left front.
d) Right front.
(9) After bleeding is completed at all four wheel
brakes. Remove pressure bleeding equipment and
adapter by closing pressure bleeder valve and slowly
unscrewing bleeder adapter from hydraulic assembly
reservoir. Failure to release pressure in the reser-
voir will cause spillage of brake fluid, and could
result in personal injury or damage to painted
surfaces. (10) Using a syringe or equivalent method, remove
excess fluid from the reservoir to bring the brake fluid
to the required fill level (Fig. 1). If brake fluid is below
the proper level add Mopar tbrake fluid or equivalent
conforming to DOT 3, requirements. (11) Install the reservoir caps and turn on the igni-
tion to allow the (ABS) pump to charge the accumula-
tor.
MANUAL BLEEDING
Brake lines can be bled, using the manual bleeding
method. Manual bleeding is a two person operation,
one to pump the brake pedal and the other to bleed
each wheel brake. The following procedure should be
used: De-pressurizing the hydraulic accumulator is done
by following the steps described below. (1) Verify that the ignition switch is in the off posi-
tion. (2) Fully de-pressurize the hydraulic accumulator by
pumping brake pedal a minimum of 40 times. Use the
procedure as described in De-Pressurizing Hydraulic
Accumulator listed earlier in this section.
WARNING: FAILURE TO DE-PRESSURIZE HYDRAU-
LIC ACCUMULATOR, PRIOR TO PERFORMING THIS
OPERATION, MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY
AND/OR DAMAGE TO PAINTED SURFACES.
(3) Connect a transparent hose to the bleed screw on
the wheel cylinder or brake caliper that is to be bled (Fig. 3). Submerge the free end of the hose in a
clear glass container, which is partially filled with
clean, fresh brake fluid.
(4) Slowly pump the brake pedal several times,
using full strokes of the pedal and allowing approxi-
mately five seconds between pedal strokes. After two or
three strokes, continue to hold pressure on the pedal,
keeping it at the bottom of its travel. (5) With pressure on the pedal, open the bleed screw
3/4 to 1 full turn. Leave bleed screw open until fluid no
longer flows from the hose. Tighten the bleed screw
and release the pedal. Be sure that the bleed screw
it tightened before brake pedal is released, or air
may be drawn back into hydraulic system. (6) Repeat Steps 3, 4 and 5 on each wheel brake,
until clear, bubble-free fluid flows from the hose. (7) Repeat the above sequence at each wheel brake,
in the following order: a) Left rear.
b) Right rear.
c) Left front.
d) Right front.
(8) Fill the hydraulic assembly to the proper fill level
(Fig. 1) using Mopar tor equivalent brake fluid meet-
ing DOT 3, requirements. (9) Install both reservoir caps on reservoir.
(10) Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position to
allow the Pump/Motor to turn on and recharge the
accumulator.
Fig. 3 Bleeding Brake System
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