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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN

  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.9 V8 GAS, CID:360, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:360, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.2 V8 CNG, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:T
  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.2 V8 GAS, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.9 V8 GAS, CID:360, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:360, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.2 V8 CNG, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:T

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Chrysler -> Except Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Jeep -> Manual Bleeding -> Master Cylinder -> Pressure Bleeding
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS

Chrysler

Except Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager
Manual Bleeding
  • On models equipped with Rear Wheel Anti-Lock brakes (RWAL), connect one end of a suitable hose to bleeder valve on RWAL hydraulic valve and submerge other end in a glass container partially filled with clean brake fluid.
  • Pump brake pedal several times, then hold pedal down firmly.
  • With pedal firmly depressed, open bleeder valve until pedal fades to floor, then close bleeder valve.
  • Repeat procedure until a continuous flow of brake fluid is released from bleeder valve. Ensure a fluid level is maintained in master cylin...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Chrysler -> Inspection -> Adjuster Mechanism -> Backing Plate -> Brake Drums -> Brake Linings & Springs -> Parking Brake Cable
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.9 V8 GAS

Brake Drums

Any time the brake drums are removed for brake service, the braking surface diameter should be checked with a suitable brake drum micrometer at several points to determine if they are within the safe oversize limit stamped on the brake drum outer surface. If the braking surface diameter exceeds specifications, the drum must be replaced. If the braking surface diameter is within specifications, drums should be cleaned and inspected for cracks, scores, deep grooves, taper, out of round and heat spotting. If drums are cracked or heat spotted, they must be replaced. Minor scor...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Chrysler -> Dakota -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Jeep -> Proportioning Valve
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.9 V8 GAS

Chrysler

Proportioning Valve
Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager
  • Lift vehicle with a frame contact hoist or other means so that rear suspension is hanging free with shock absorbers disconnected. Remove tire and wheel assemblies from rear axle.
  • After installing a new height sensing proportioning valve, bleed both hydraulic circuits at rear brakes.
  • Reinstall rubber stone shield and ensure rear springs do not contact hoist, then loosen both front spring hanger pivot bolts.
  • Loosen adjustment nut on actuator assembly, Fig. , then check actuator assembly hook. The hook should be properly seated o...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Chrysler -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.9 V8 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Chrysler -> Except Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Jeep -> Manual Bleeding -> Master Cylinder -> Pressure Bleeding
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.9 V8 GAS

Chrysler

Except Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager
Manual Bleeding
  • On models equipped with Rear Wheel Anti-Lock brakes (RWAL), connect one end of a suitable hose to bleeder valve on RWAL hydraulic valve and submerge other end in a glass container partially filled with clean brake fluid.
  • Pump brake pedal several times, then hold pedal down firmly.
  • With pedal firmly depressed, open bleeder valve until pedal fades to floor, then close bleeder valve.
  • Repeat procedure until a continuous flow of brake fluid is released from bleeder valve. Ensure a fluid level is maintained in master cylin...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Dakota, Full Size Pickups & Vans & Ramcharger -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1992-95 -> 1996 -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System -> Rear Wheel Anti-Lock (RWAL) Brake System
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Rear Wheel Anti-Lock (RWAL) Brake System
1992-95

To read diagnostic trouble codes, momentarily ground the diagnostic connector and count the number of flashes of the anti-lock indicator lamp. One long flash will indicate the beginning of the diagnostic trouble code number sequence, followed by short flashes as a continuation of the diagnostic trouble code. The long flash and short flashes must be counted together to determine a stored diagnostic trouble code. Note the following:

  • On Dakota models, the diagnostic connector is located on the passe...

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