RAM 2500 Van V8-5.9L VIN Z (1997)
7. Bleed new valve assembly at each brake line fitting one at a time. Remember to close valve bleed plug before each brake pedal stroke.
Continue bleeding until fluid flowing from fittings is clear and free of bubbles.
8. Remove depressor tool from valve stem and install cap on stem. Then tighten bleed plug to 7 - 9 Nm (60 - 84 inch lbs.).
ORIGINAL
If original assembly is being used, bleed plug and bleed valve do not have to be open during bleeding operations. Just bleed the valve assembly at
each brake line fitting one at a time. Bleed first wheel brake unit. Start at left rear wheel and follow sequence recommended. Repeat bleeding
operation at each wheel until fluid coming out of bleed screw is clear and free of bubbles. Top off master cylinder reservoir fluid level. Then verify
proper brake operation before moving vehicle.
Rear Antilock Valve Replacement
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect switch wire at combination valve.
Rear Antilock Valve And Combination Valve
2. Disconnect harness connector from terminal on rear antilock valve.
3. Remove coolant reserve/overflow bottle. Remove screws attaching bottle to radiator support panel. Then unhook tab from support and lift bottle
out of engine compartment.
4. Remove screws attaching windshield washer reservoir to radiator support panel. Do not remove reservoir at this time. Leave it place until brake
line connecting antilock valve to combination valve is disconnected (reservoir will not clear until line is disconnected).
Combination Valve-To-Rear Antilock Valve Connecting Line
5. Remove line that connects rear antilock valve to combination valve. This line is at front, lower outlet port of combination valve and goes to top
port of antilock valve.
6. Disconnect pump harness wires from windshield washer reservoir. Then remove reservoir from engine compartment.
