> -----Original Message-----
> From: jon@dakota-truck.net
>
> If you've got rear wheel ABS, depending on your year and
> configuration, you might also have an ABS module (modulator/valve)
> which needs bleeding. My '92 Ram has one on the driver's side
> framerail, above the rear axle. My memory is a bit fuzzy on this, but
> I *think* the FSM recommends bleeding the ABS module first, then the
> sequence that Brian posted, so: ABS, RR, LR, RF, LF. I always get
> confused on that, because the ABS module isn't the furthest bleeder
> from the master cylinder, but maybe it gets bled first because it is
> the highest?
>
> -- -Jon-
On the '92, Jon, you are correct on the procedure in the FSM. Having said
that...heh heh....I have changed calipers, hoses, wheel cylinders, lines,
etc on my '92 and never (NEVER) have I bled the ABS module. In fact, since
I swapped in an 8.75 rear, the ABS is not even functional although the fluid
still passes through it on the way to the rear brakes. Works just fine!
Even on our '00 Grand Cherokee and '02 Stratus, I've bled the brakes but
never touched the ABS module. Again, brakes work great! YRMV. ;-)
I can imagine if the ABS module becomes faulty and is replaced, bleeding
would become necessary. Haven't been there yet. <fingers crossed>
Ray
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