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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2000INTREPID R/TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM - TEVES MARK 20BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEMBLEEDING HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT
2000 Dodge and Ram Intrepid R/T
Bleeding Hydraulic Control Unit
2000 Dodge and Ram Intrepid R/TSECTION Bleeding Hydraulic Control Unit
CAUTION:
Ensure manual bleeding or pressure bleeding procedure is performed both before and after bleeding Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU).
- Bleed base brake system using manual or pressure bleeding procedure. See MANUAL BLEEDINGΒ or PRESSURE BLEEDINGΒ .
- Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) located under left side of instrument panel. See Figure . Using scan tool, check for stored Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). See RETRIEVING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODESΒ under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING. If no DTCs exist, go to next step. If DTCs exist, clear DTCs from Controller Anti-Lock Brake (CAB) using scan tool, and go to next step.
- Using scan tool, perform ABS bleeding procedure. Follow screen prompts to bleed brake system. Disconnect scan tool. Fill master cylinder with brake fluid (if necessary). Repeat bleeding procedure until brake fluid flow is clear and free of bubbles. Repeat base system bleeding procedure. See MANUAL BLEEDINGΒ or PRESSURE BLEEDINGΒ . Refill master cylinder and test drive vehicle to ensure brakes operate properly and brake pedal is not spongy.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.