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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Dodge Stratus

  • 1996 Dodge Stratus 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
  • 1996 Dodge Stratus 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1996, CID:122, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:122, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
  • 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.5 V6 GAS, CC:2497, CID:152, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:152, Engine VIN:, Desg:H
  • 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1996, CID:122, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:122, Engine VIN:, Desg:C

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> 2.0L & 2.4L Engines -> 2.5L Engine -> Acclaim, Fifth Avenue, Lebaron & Spirit -> Avenger, Colt, Colt Vista, Stealth, Sebring, Summit, Summit Wagon & 1995-96 Talon -> Breeze, Cirrus & Stratus -> Concorde, Intrepid, Vision, LHS & New Yorker -> Neon -> Power Booster, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.5 V6 GAS

Power Booster, Replace
Acclaim, Fifth Avenue, Lebaron & Spirit
  • Remove master cylinder attaching nuts, disconnect brake tubes between master cylinder and valve assembly, then remove master cylinder.
  • Remove clutch cable mounting bracket, if equipped.
  • Disconnect vacuum hose from check valve on power brake unit. Do not remove check valve from booster.
  • Pull wiring harness away from and up shock tower. If more slack is required, disconnect wiring harness from bulkhead connector.
  • From under instrument panel, install a suitable screwdriver between center tang on retainer clip and bra...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting -> Decreasing Brake Pedal Travel -> Dragging Brakes -> Hard Brake Pedal
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.4 L4 GAS

Decreasing Brake Pedal Travel

If a decreasing brake pedal is encountered, the power brake unit may be binding internally. To test the power brake unit for this condition proceed as follows:

  • Place transmission shift lever into Neutral and start engine.
  • Increase engine speed to approximately 1500 RPM, close throttle and completely depress brake pedal.
  • Slowly release brake pedal and stop engine.
  • Remove vacuum check valve and hose from power brake unit. Observe for backward movement of brake pedal.
  • If brake pedal moves backward, power brake unit has internal binding. Replace power brake u...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting -> Decreasing Brake Pedal Travel -> Dragging Brakes -> Hard Brake Pedal
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.0 L4 GAS

Decreasing Brake Pedal Travel

If a decreasing brake pedal is encountered, the power brake unit may be binding internally. To test the power brake unit for this condition proceed as follows:

  • Place transmission shift lever into Neutral and start engine.
  • Increase engine speed to approximately 1500 RPM, close throttle and completely depress brake pedal.
  • Slowly release brake pedal and stop engine.
  • Remove vacuum check valve and hose from power brake unit. Observe for backward movement of brake pedal.
  • If brake pedal moves backward, power brake unit has internal binding. Replace power brake u...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Hydraulic Brake System Controls -> Anti-Lock Brake System -> Description -> Less Anti-Lock Brake System -> Proportioning Valve -> Testing -> Type 1 Combination Valve -> Type 2 Proportioning Valve -> Type 3 Proportioning Valves -> Type 4 Proportioning Valves -> Warning Light System
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.4 L4 GAS

Type 1 Combination Valve

This valve assembly, Fig. , is comprised of a warning switch, and a dual proportioning valve.

The warning switch detects system failure when a pressure difference occurs between the diagonally split systems. In such a case, the valve piston shuttles toward the side with the low pressure forcing the switch plunger upward over the piston's tapered shoulder. This movement closes the switch contacts causing the brake warning lamp to illuminate. Upon restoration of equalized system pressure the brake warning switch will reset.

The proportioning v...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Type 5-Bendix ABX-4 Anti-Lock Braking System -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.0 L4 GAS

Refer to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) CAB connector terminal identification Fi...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Hydraulic Brake System Controls -> Anti-Lock Brake System -> Description -> Less Anti-Lock Brake System -> Proportioning Valve -> Testing -> Type 1 Combination Valve -> Type 2 Proportioning Valve -> Type 3 Proportioning Valves -> Type 4 Proportioning Valves -> Warning Light System
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.0 L4 GAS

Type 1 Combination Valve

This valve assembly, Fig. , is comprised of a warning switch, and a dual proportioning valve.

The warning switch detects system failure when a pressure difference occurs between the diagonally split systems. In such a case, the valve piston shuttles toward the side with the low pressure forcing the switch plunger upward over the piston's tapered shoulder. This movement closes the switch contacts causing the brake warning lamp to illuminate. Upon restoration of equalized system pressure the brake warning switch will reset.

The proportioning v...

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