Hey DiRT/DML:
I realized a few days ago, when trying to find my elusive coolant leak that
turned out to be the impeller shaft seal on the water pump, that my truck
has RWAL. I see the ABS light every time I start the truck, so I knew it
had them, but the rear-axle thing mystifies me.
Recently in driver's ed, the explanation of purpose for ABS was to prevent
lockup, thus shortening stopping distance and maintaining steering
capability in a panic stop situation.
So, I would think that, if ABS was to live on only one axle, it'd be the
front, since a) that's the axle that steers, and b) up to 70% of your
braking power can come from the fronts, depending on how the truck's brakes
are.
So, I guess my question is, is this just another bonehead Chrysler thing (My
truck's not german, woo-hoo!), or is there a hidden purpose that I'm missing
for these?
Thanks
Later,
Jon
jonsdak@midmaine.com
The Dodge Diesel Website
http://www.dieseldodge.com
1996 Dodge Dakota Sport 4X4, 3.9L V6, 42RE, 3.92:1 8.75 axle, "BackRack"
Headache Rack, Dodge Motorsports decals, steering wheel cover, and front
license plate, diamond-plate bedrail covers, Lund VentVisors, Lund BugShield
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