Standard Procedure-Bleeding Abs Brake System

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2003 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

ABS system bleeding requires conventional bleeding methods plus use of the DRB scan tool. The procedure involves performing a base brake bleeding, followed by use of the scan tool to cycle and bleed the HCU pump and solenoids. A second base brake bleeding procedure is then required to remove any air remaining in the system.

Perform base brake bleeding. (Refer to BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM (2003) or BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM (2004)).
Connect scan tool to the Data Link Connector.
Select ANTILOCK BRAKES, followed by MISCELLANEOUS, then BLEED BRAKES. Follow the instructions displayed. When scan tool displays TEST COMPLETE, disconnect scan tool and proceed.
Perform base brake bleeding a second time. (Refer to BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM (2003) or BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM (2004)).
Top off master cylinder fluid level and verify proper brake operation before moving vehicle.