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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMÐBENDIX ANTI-LOCK 6 AA,AG,AJ,AP BODY INDEX
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ABS Brake System Diagnosis .............. 123
ABS Brake System Diagnostic Features ...... 125
ABS Computer System Service Precautions . . . 124
ABS General Service Precautions ........... 124
Anti-Lock Brake System Components ........ 116
Anti-Lock Brake System Definitions .......... 113
Anti-Lock Brakes Operation and Performance . . 115
Anti-Lock System Relays and Warning Lamps . . 120
Controller Anti-Lock Brake (CAB) ............ 119
Diagnostic Connector ..................... 120
Electronic Components ................... 130 General Information
...................... 113
Hydraulic Circuits and Valve Operation ....... 121
Major Components ...................... 114
Mechanical Diagnostics and Service Procedures . 125
Normal Braking System Function ............ 114
On-Car ABS Brake System Service .......... 126
Specifications .......................... 135
System Self-Diagnostics .................. 115
Vehicle Performance ..................... 115
Warning Systems Operation ............... 116
GENERAL INFORMATION
The purpose of the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
is to prevent wheel lock-up under heavy braking con-
ditions on virtually any type of road surface. Anti-
Lock Braking is desirable because a vehicle which is
stopped without locking the wheels will retain direc-
tional stability and some steering capability. This al-
lows the driver to retain greater control of the
vehicle during heavy braking. This section of the service manual covers the de-
scription, diagnostics, and on car service for the Ben-
dix Anti-Lock 6 Brake System. If other service is required on the non ABS related components of the
brake system. Refer to the appropriate section in this
group of the manual for the specific service procedure
required.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM DEFINITIONS
In this section of the manual several abbreviations
are used for the components that are in the Anti-
Lock Braking System They are listed below for your
reference.
² CABÐController Anti-Lock Brake
² ABSÐAnti-Lock Brake System
Fig. 1 Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System Components AA/AG/AJ Body
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CONTROLLER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE (CAB)
The (CAB) (Fig. 5) is a small control computer
which receives wheel speed information, controls An-
ti-Lock operation and monitors system operation.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES OPERATION AND
PERFORMANCE
This Anti-Lock Braking System represents the cur-
rent state-of-the-art in vehicle braking systems and
offers the driver increased safety and control during
braking. This is accomplished by a sophisticated sys-
tem of electrical and hydraulic components. As a re-
sult, there are a few performance characteristics that
may at first seem different but should be considered
normal. These characteristics are discussed below.
More technical details are discussed further in this
section.
PEDAL FEEL
Since the Bendix Anti-Lock 6 Braking System uses
the conventional Booster/Master Cylinder. The brake
pedal feel during normal braking is the same as con-
ventional Non ABS equipped cars. When Anti-Lock is activated during hard braking
due to a wheel lockup tendency. Brake pedal effort
will increase do to the master cylinder pressure be-
ing isolated from the brake system. Some brake
pedal movement and associated noises may be felt
and herd by the driver. This is normal of a Anti-Lock
Braking System due to pressurized fluid being trans-
ferred to and from the wheel brakes.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM OPERATION
During Anti-Lock Braking, brake pressures are
modulated by cycling electric solenoid valves. The cy-
cling of these valves can be faintly heard as a series
of popping or ticking noises. In addition, the cycling
may be felt as a pulsation in the brake pedal, al-
though no pedal movement will be noticed. If Anti-
Lock Operation occurs during hard braking, some pulsation may be felt in the vehicle body due to fore
and aft movement of the suspension as brake pres-
sures are modulated.
Although ABS operation is available at virtually
all vehicle speeds. It will automatically turn off at
speeds below 3 to 5 mph. Wheel lockup may be per-
ceived at the very end of an anti lock stop and is con-
sidered normal.
TIRE NOISE & MARKS
Although the ABS system prevents complete wheel
lock-up, some wheel slip is desired in order to
achieve optimum braking performance. During brake
pressure modulation, as brake pressure is increased,
wheel slip is allowed to reach up to 30%. This means
that the wheel rolling velocity is 30% less than that
of a free rolling wheel at a given vehicle speed. This
slip may result in some tire chirping, depending on
the road surface. This sound should not be inter-
preted as total wheel lock-up. Complete wheel lock up normally leaves black tire
marks on dry pavement. The Anti-Lock Braking Sys-
tem will not leave dark black tire marks since the
wheel never reaches a locked condition. Tire marks
may however be noticeable as light patched marks.
VEHICLE PERFORMANCE
Anti-Lock Brakes provide the driver with some
steering control during hard braking, however there
are conditions where the system does not provide any
benefit. In particular, hydroplaning is still possible
when the tires ride on a film of water. This results in
the vehicles tires leaving the road surface rendering
the vehicle virtually uncontrollable. In addition, ex-
treme steering maneuvers at high speed or high
speed cornering beyond the limits of tire adhesion to
the road surface may cause vehicle skidding, inde-
pendent of vehicle braking. For this reason, the ABS
system is termed Anti-Lock instead of Anti-Skid.
SYSTEM SELF-DIAGNOSTICS
The Bendix Anti-Lock 6 Brake System has been
designed with the following self diagnostics capabil-
ity. The self diagnostic ABS startup cycle begins when
the ignition switch is in the on position. An electrical
check is completed on the ABS components such as
Wheel Speed Sensor Continuity and System and
other Relay continuity. During this check the Amber
Anti-Lock Light is on for approximately 1-2 seconds. Further Functional testing is accomplished once
the vehicle is set in motion. (1) The solenoid valves and the pump/motor are ac-
tivated briefly to verify function. (2) The voltage output from the wheel speed sen-
sors is verified to be within the correct operating
range.
Fig. 5 Controller Anti-Lock Brake (CAB)
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PROPORTIONING VALVES
Two Proportioning Valves (Fig. 3) are used in the
system, one for each rear brake hydraulic circuit.
The Proportioning Valves function the same as in a
standard brake system. The Proportioning Valves are
located on the bottom of the hydraulic assembly (Fig.
1). They are the same screw in type as the ones used
on the Bendix Anti-Lock 10 and Bosh Anti-Lock
Brake systems.
WHEEL SPEED SENSORS
One Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS), is located at each
wheel (Fig. 4 and 5), and sends a small (AC) signal
to the control module (CAB). This signal is generated
by magnetic induction. The magnetic induction is
created, when a toothed sensor ring Tone Wheel (Fig.
6) passes a stationary magnetic Wheel Speed Sensor.
The (CAB) converts the (AC) signal generated at
each wheel into a digital signal. If a wheel locking
tendency is detected, the (CAB) will then modulate
hydraulic pressure to prevent the wheel(s) from lock-
ing. The front Wheel Speed Sensor is attached to a boss
in the steering knuckle (Fig. 4). The tone wheel is
part of the outboard constant velocity joint. The rear
Wheel Speed Sensor is mounted to the caliper adap-
tor (Fig. 5) and the rear tone wheel is an integral
part of the rear wheel hub (Fig. 6). The speed sensor
air gap is NOT adjustable. The four Wheel Speed Sensors are serviced individ-
ually. The front Tone Wheels are serviced as an as-
sembly with the outboard constant velocity joint. The
rear Tone Wheels are serviced as an assembly with
the rear brake hub. Correct Anti-Lock system operation is dependent
on the vehicle's wheel speed signals, that are gener-
ated by the Wheel Speed Sensors. The vehicle's
wheels and tires must all be the same size and type
to generate accurate signals. In addition, the tires
must be inflated to the recommended pressures for
optimum system operation. Variations in wheel and
tire size or significant variations in inflation pres-
sure can produce inaccurate wheel speed signals.
Fig. 3 Proportioning Valve Identification
Fig. 4 Front Wheel Speed Sensor
Fig. 5 Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
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DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR
On the AA, AG, AJ and AP bodies, the Bendix An-
ti-Lock System diagnostic connector is located under
the fuse panel access cover. The access cover is lo-
cated on the lower section of the instrument panel on
the left side of the steering column. The diagnostics
connector is a blue 6 way connector see (Fig. 8).
ANTI-LOCK SYSTEM RELAYS AND WARNING
LAMPS
SYSTEM RELAY
The (ABS) Modulator Valves and Anti-Lock Warn-
ing Lamp Relay. Are powered through a System Re-
lay located on a bracket mounted to the (CAB) see
(Fig. 9) for location of the relay. The System Relay
provides power to the (CAB) for modulator valve op-
eration (pins 47 and 41) after the startup cycle when
the ignition is turned on.
ANTI-LOCK WARNING LAMP RELAY
The Amber Anti-Lock Warning Lamp is controlled
by the Anti-Lock Warning Lamp relay. The relay is
mounted to the same bracket as the system relay at
the (CAB) see (Fig. 9). With the relay de-energized,
the lamp is lit. When the System Relay is energized
by the (CAB), the Anti-Lock warning lamp relay is
energized, and the lamp is turned off. Thus, the lamp
will be lit if the (CAB) is disconnected or if a system
fault causes the (ABS) function to be turned off.
PUMP/MOTOR RELAY
Pump/Motor power is supplied by the Pump/Motor
Relay. The Pump/Motor Relay is either mounted on
the left front inner fender shield, or the front of the
left shock tower. The mounting location is dependent
on whether the vehicle is or is not equipped with a
power distribution center. See (Fig. 10 and 11) for
specific mounting locations.
ANTI-LOCK WARNING LAMP OFF
System Relay and Anti-Lock Warning Lamp
Relay Energized From pin 57 the (CAB) energizes the system relay
coil. The electrical current flow in the coil closes the
system relay. Then electrical current is provided to
pins 47 and 41 of the (CAB) to provide power to the
modulator valves. This electrical current also ener-
gizes the Amber Anti-Lock Warning Lamp Relay
coil. The current flow in the Anti-Lock Warning
Fig. 8 A.B.S. Diagnostic Connector Location
Fig. 9 System Relay/Warning Lamp Relay
Fig. 10 Pump Motor Relay With Power Distribution Center
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As soon as the condition goes away, the Anti-Lock
Warning Light is turned off. Although a fault code
will be set in most cases.
BENDIX ABS SYSTEMS DIAGNOSTICS
Bendix Anti-Lock 6 Brake System Diagnostics, be-
yond basic mechanical diagnostics, covered earlier in
this section. Are accomplished by using the DRB II
scan tool. See testing procedures outlined in the Ben-
dix Anti-Lock 6 Diagnostics Manual for the 1992
M.Y. vehicles. Please refer to the above mentioned manual for
any further electronic diagnostics and service proce-
dures that are required on the Bendix Anti-Lock 6
Brake System.
ON-CAR ABS BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE
GENERAL SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
The following are general cautions which should be
observed when servicing the Anti-Lock brake system
and/or other vehicle systems. Failure to observe
these precautions may result in Anti-Lock Brake
System component 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) connector should never be connected or
disconnected with the ignition switch in the ON po-
sition. Many components of the Anti-Lock Brake System
are not serviceable and must be replaced as an as-
sembly. Do not disassemble any component which is
not designed to be serviced.
CHECKING BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
CAUTION: Only use brake fluid conforming to DOT
3 specifications, such as Mopar or Equivalent. Do
not use any fluid which contains a petroleum base.
Do not use a container which has been used for pe-
troleum based fluids or a container which is wet
with water. Petroleum based fluids will cause swell-
ing and distortion of rubber parts in the hydraulic
brake system. Water will mix with brake fluid, low-
ering the fluid boiling point. Keep all brake fluid
containers capped to prevent contamination. Re-
move the front cap of the master cylinder reservoir
and fill to the bottom of the split ring.
For the specific procedure for the inspection of
brake fluid level and adding of brake to the reser-
voir. Refer to the Service Adjustments Section in this
group of the service manual.
BLEEDING BENDIX ANTI-LOCK 6 BRAKE SYSTEM
The Anti-Lock Brake System must be bled anytime
air is permitted to enter the hydraulic system, due to
disconnection of brake lines, hoses of components. If the Modulator Assembly is removed from the ve-
hicle, both the Base Brake System and the Anti-Lock
Brake System must be bled using the appropriate
procedures. It is important to note that excessive air
in the brake system will cause a soft or spongy feel-
ing brake pedal. 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 DOT 3 brake fluid as
required. The Bendix Anti-Lock 6 Brake System must be
bled as two independent braking systems. The non
ABS portion of the brake system is to be bled the
same as any non ABS system. Refer to the Service
Adjustments section in this manual for the proper
bleeding procedure to be used. This brake system can
be either pressure bled or manually bled. The Anti-Lock portion of brake system MUST be
bled separately. This bleeding procedure requires the
use of the DRB II Diagnostic tester and the bleeding
sequence procedure outlined below.
ABS BLEEDING PROCEDURE (FIG. 1)
(1) Assemble and install all brake system compo-
nents on vehicle making sure all hydraulic fluid
lines are installed and properly torqued. (2) Bleed the base brake system. Using the stan-
dard pressure or manual bleeding procedure as out-
lined in the Service Adjustments section of this
service manual. To perform the bleeding procedure on the ABS
unit. The battery and acid shield must be removed
from the vehicle. Reconnect the vehicles battery, to
the vehicles positive and negative battery cables us-
ing jumper cables. This is necessary to allow access
to the 4 bleeder screws located on the top of the Mod-
ulator assembly. (3) Connect the DRB II Diagnostics Tester to the
diagnostics connector. Located behind the Fuse Panel
access cover on the lower section of the dash panel to
the left of the steering column. (It is a blue 6 way
connector). (4) Using the DRB II check to make sure the
(CAB) does not have any fault codes stored. If it does
remove them using the DRB II.
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REMOVE/INSTALL PUMP MOTOR RELAY
Find the location of the Pump Motor Relay (Fig. 10
& 11), depending on whether the vehicle has or does
not have a Power Distribution Center.
(1) Hold the relay with one hand. While pulling
the relay connector strait off the relay terminals. (2) Remove the relay from the vehicle.
(3) Installation is done in the reverse order off re-
moval. Be sure that the wiring harness connector is
fully seated onto the terminals of the Pump Motor
Relay.
WHEEL SPEED SENSORS
INSPECTION
Inspect tonewheel for missing or broken teeth, this
can cause erratic sensor signals. Tonewheel should show no evidence of contact with
the wheel speed sensor. If contact was made, deter-
mine cause and correct. Excessive runout of the tonewheel can cause er-
ratic wheel speed sensor. Replace assembly if runout
exceeds approximately 0.25 mm (0.010 inch).
FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR (FIG. 12)
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle and remove wheel and tire as-
sembly. (2) Remove screw from grommet retainer clip that
holds the grommet into fender shield (Fig. 12). (3) Remove the 2 screws that fasten the sensor
routing tube to the frame rail. (4) Carefully, pull sensor assembly grommet from
fender shield. (5) Unplug speed sensor connector from vehicle
wiring harness. (6) Remove the sensor assembly grommets from
the retainer brackets. (7) Remove sensor head screw.
(8) Carefully, remove sensor head from steering
knuckle. If the sensor has seized, due to corrosion,
DO NOT USE PLIERS ON SENSOR HEAD. Use
a hammer and a punch and tap edge of sensor ear,
rocking the sensor side to side until free.
Fig. 10 Pump Motor Relay Location With Power Distribution Center
Fig. 11 Pump Motor Relay Location W/O PowerDistribution Center
Fig. 12 Front Wheel Speed Sensor Routing
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INSTALLATION (1) Connect the wheel speed sensor connector to
the wiring harness. (2) Push sensor assembly grommet into hole in
fender shield. Install clip and screw. (3) Install the 2 screws that fasten the speed sen-
sor routing tube to the frame rail. (4) Install sensor grommets in brackets on fender
shield and strut damper. (5) Coat the speed sensor with High Temperature
Multi-purpose E.P. Grease before installing into the
steering knuckle. Install screw tighten to 7 N Im (60
in. lbs.)
CAUTION: Proper installation of wheel speed sen-
sor cables is critical to continued system operation.
Be sure that cables are installed in retainers. Fail-
ure to install cables in retainers, as shown in this
section, may result in contact with moving parts
and/or over extension of cables, resulting in an
open circuit.
REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR (FIGS. 13 AND 14)
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle and remove wheel and tire as-
sembly. (2) Remove sensor assembly grommet from under-
body and pull harness through hole in underbody. (3) Unplug connector from harness.
(4) Remove sensor assembly grommets from
bracket which is screwed into the body hose bracket,
just forward of trailing arm bushing (batwing brack-
et.) (5) Remove sensor and brake tube assembly clip,
located on the inboard side of trailing arm. (6) Remove sensor wire fastener from rear brake
hose bracket. (7) Remove outboard sensor assembly retainer nut.
This nut also is used to capture the brake tube clip. (8) Remove sensor head screw.
(9) Carefully, remove sensor head from adapter as-
sembly. If the sensor has seized, due to corrosion, DO
NOT USE PLIERS ON SENSOR HEAD. Use a ham-
mer and a punch and tap edge of sensor ear, rocking
the sensor side to side until free.
INSTALLATION Installation is reverse order of removal. Be sure to
coat sensor with High Temperature Multi-purpose
E.P. Grease before installing into adapter assembly.
Tighten screw to 7 N Im (60 in. lbs.) torque.
Fig. 13 Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Routing at Trailing Arm
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BENDIX ANTILOCK 4 BRAKE SYSTEM INDEX
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ABS Brake System Diagnostic Features ....... 24
ABS Computer System Service Precautions .... 23
ABS General Service Precautions ............ 23
Antilock Brake System Components .......... 16
Antilock Brake System Definitions ............ 14
Antilock Brakes Operation and Performance .... 15
Antilock System Relays and Warning Lamps .... 19
Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System Diagnostics .... 22
Bleeding Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System ...... 25
Controller Antilock Brake Cab ............... 18
Diagnostic Connector ..................... 19 Electronic Components
.................... 41
General Information ....................... 12
Hydraulic Circuits and Valve Operation ........ 20
Major Components ....................... 14
Mechanical Diagnostics and Service Procedures . 24
Normal Brake System Function .............. 14
On-Car ABS Brake System Service ........... 25
Specifications ........................... 46
System Self-Diagnostics ................... 15
Vehicle Performance ...................... 15
Warning Systems Operation ................ 16
GENERAL INFORMATION
The purpose of an Anti-Lock Brake System is to
prevent wheel lock-up under heavy braking condi-
tions on virtually any type of road surface. Antilock
Braking is desirable because a vehicle which is
stopped without locking its wheels will retain direc-
tional stability and some steering capability. This al-
lows a driver to retain greater control of the vehicle
during heavy braking. This service manual supplement covers the descrip-
tion, diagnostics, and on car service procedures cov-
ering the Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System. If service
is required on the non Antilock related components
of the brake system, refer to the appropriate section
in Group 5 of the Front Wheel Drive Car Engine,
Chassis And Body service manual.
Fig. 1 Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System Components
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ANTILOCK BRAKES OPERATION AND
PERFORMANCE
The Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System represents
the current state-of-the-art in vehicle brake systems
and offers the driver increased safety and control
during braking. This is accomplished by a sophisti-
cated system of electrical and hydraulic components.
As a result, there are a few performance characteris-
tics that may at first seem different but should be
considered normal. These characteristics are dis-
cussed below. More technical details are discussed
further in this section.
PEDAL FEEL
Since the Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System uses the
vehicle's conventional brake system power booster
and master cylinder. The brake pedal feel during
normal braking is the same as on a conventional
Non ABS equipped vehicle. When the Antilock system becomes activated dur-
ing hard braking due to a wheel lockup tendency.
The brake pedal effort will increase do to the master
cylinder pressure being isolated from the brake sys-
tem. Some brake pedal movement and associated
noises may be felt and heard by the driver. This is
normal operation of the Bendix Antilock 4 Brake
System due to pressurized brake fluid being trans-
ferred to and from the wheel brakes.
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM OPERATION
During Antilock Brake system operation, brake
pressures are modulated by cycling electric solenoid
valves. The cycling of these valves can be heard as a
series of popping or ticking noises. In addition, the
cycling may be felt as a pulsation in the brake pedal.
If Antilock operation occurs during a hard applica-
tion of the brakes, some pulsation may be felt in the
vehicle body due to fore and aft movement of vehicle
suspension components. Although ABS operation is available at virtually
all vehicle speeds, it will automatically turn off at
speeds below 3 to 5 mph. Wheel lockup may be per-
ceived at the very end of an anti lock stop and is con-
sidered normal.
TIRE NOISE & MARKS
Although the ABS system prevents complete wheel
lock-up, some wheel slip is desired in order to
achieve optimum vehicle braking performance. During brake fluid pressure modulation, as the
brake fluid pressure is increased, wheel slip is al-
lowed to reach up to 30%. This means that wheel
rolling speed is 30% less than that of a free rolling
wheel at a given vehicle speed. This slip may result
in some tire chirping, depending on the road surface.
This sound should not be interpreted as total wheel
lock-up. Complete wheel lock up normally leaves black tire
marks on dry pavement. The Antilock Brake System
will not leave dark black tire marks since the wheel
never reaches a locked condition. Tire marks may
however be noticeable as light patched marks.
VEHICLE PERFORMANCE
Antilock Brakes provide the driver with some
steering control during hard braking, however there
are conditions where the system does not provide any
benefit. In particular, hydroplaning is still possible
when the tires ride on a film of water. This results in
the vehicles tires leaving the road surface rendering
the vehicle virtually uncontrollable. In addition, ex-
treme steering maneuvers at high speed or high
speed cornering beyond the limits of tire adhesion to
the road surface may cause vehicle skidding, inde-
pendent of vehicle braking. For this reason, the ABS
system is termed Antilock instead of Anti-Skid.
SYSTEM SELF-DIAGNOSTICS
The Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System has been de-
signed with the following self diagnostic capabilities. The self diagnostic ABS startup cycle begins when
the ignition switch is turned to the on position. At
this time an electrical check is completed on the ABS
components such as Wheel Speed Sensor Continuity
and System and other Relay continuity. During this
check the Amber Antilock Light is on for approxi-
mately 1-2 seconds. Further Antilock Brake System functional testing
is accomplished once the vehicle is set in motion,
known as drive-off. (1) The solenoid valves and the pump/motor are ac-
tivated briefly to verify function.
Fig. 5 Controller Antilock Brake CAB
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WHEEL SPEED SENSORS
One Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS), is located at each
wheel (Fig. 5 and 6), and sends a small AC signal to the
control module CAB. This signal is generated by mag-
netic induction. The magnetic induction is created,
when a toothed sensor ring (Tone Wheel) (Fig. 7) passes
a stationary magnetic Wheel Speed Sensor. The CAB
converts the AC signal generated at each wheel into a
digital signal. If a wheel locking tendency is detected,
the CAB will then modulate hydraulic pressure to pre-
vent the wheel or wheels from locking.
The front Wheel Speed Sensor is attached to a boss
in the steering knuckle (Fig. 5). The tone wheel is
part of the outboard constant velocity joint (Fig. 5). The rear Wheel Speed Sensor is mounted to the cal-
iper adapter (Fig. 6) and the rear tone wheel is an
integral part of the rear wheel hub (Fig. 7). The
speed sensor air gap is NOT adjustable.
The four Wheel Speed Sensors are serviced individ-
ually. The front Tone Wheels are serviced as an as-
sembly with the outboard constant velocity joint. The
rear Tone Wheels are serviced as an assembly with
the rear brake hub. Correct Antilock system operation is dependent on
the vehicle's wheel speed signals, that are generated
by the Wheel Speed Sensors. The vehicle's wheels
and tires must all be the same size and type to gen-
erate accurate signals. In addition, the tires must be
inflated to the recommended pressures for optimum
system operation. Variations in wheel and tire size
or significant variations in inflation pressure can
produce inaccurate wheel speed signals.
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK BRAKE CAB
The Antilock Brake Controller is a small micropro-
cessor based device which monitors the brake system
and controls the system while it functions in the An-
tilock mode. The CAB is mounted on the top of the
right front frame rail and uses a 60-way system con-
nector (Fig. 8). The power source for the CAB is
through the ignition switch in the Run or On posi-
tion. THE CONTROLLER ANTILOCK BRAKE
CAB IS NOT ON THE CCD BUS The primary functions of the CAB are:
(1) Detect wheel locking tendencies.
(2) Control fluid modulation to the brakes while in
Antilock mode. (3) Monitor the system for proper operation.
Fig. 5 Front Wheel Speed Sensor
Fig. 6 Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
Fig. 7 Rear Tone Wheel (Typical)
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