1997 Dodge Intrepid Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Dodge Intrepid

  • 1997 Dodge Intrepid 3.3 V6 GAS, CID:201, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:201, Engine VIN:, Desg:T
  • 1997 Dodge Intrepid 3.5 V6 GAS, CC:3497, CID:215, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:215, Engine VIN:, Desg:F
  • 1997 Dodge Intrepid ES 3.5 V6 GAS, CC:3497, CID:215, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:215, Engine VIN:, Desg:F

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge Intrepid AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Dodge Intrepid cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Type 5-Kelsey-Hayes Dual Pin Floating Caliper Disc Brake, Rear -> Caliper Service -> Overhaul -> Replacement
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge Intrepid 3.3 V6 GAS

Replacement
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove rear wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove two caliper assembly to adapter guide pin bolts.
  • Remove caliper from adapter as follows:
    • Rotate top of caliper away from adapter.
    • Lift caliper off bottom abutment on adapter.
  • Support caliper assembly from rear strut to prevent flexible brake hose damage.
  • Remove rear rotor from hub by pulling it straight off wheel mounting studs.
Overhaul
  • Remove caliper from rotor as described under "Brake Pad Service."
  • Place a small piece of wood between piston and caliper fingers, then carefully depress brake pedal to hydraul...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge Intrepid AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Dodge Intrepid cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Type 1: Kelsey-Hayes & Varga Leading-Trailing Drum Brakes -> Adjustments -> Breeze, Cirrus & Stratus -> Concord, Intrepid, LHS, Neon, Sebring Convertible & Vision -> Except Breeze, Cirrus & Stratus -> Parking Brake -> Service Brake
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge Intrepid 3.3 V6 GAS

Service Brake
Breeze, Cirrus & Stratus

These vehicles are equipped with a fully automatic adjustment mechanism. In the event of brake shoe replacement the following initial adjustment procedure must be completed prior to driving the vehicle.

  • Ensure parking brake lever is fully released.
  • Depress brake pedal as far as possible 2-3 times. This will cause automatic adjuster to correctly adjust rear brakes.
  • Apply and release park brake lever one time after service brakes have been adjusted.
Except Breeze, Cirrus & Stratus
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove brake adjusting hole plug from rear brak...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge Intrepid AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Dodge Intrepid cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Hydraulic Brake System Controls -> 1998 Breeze, Cirrus, Sebring Convertible & Stratus -> Anti-Lock Brake System -> Description -> Less ABS Except Models w/TLEV -> Less Anti-Lock Brake System -> Neon less ABS, 1997 Breeze, Cirrus, Sebring Convertible & Stratus -> Neon, 1997 Breeze, Cirrus, Sebring Convertible, & Stratus -> Testing -> Type 1 Proportioning Valve -> Type 2 Proportioning Valves -> Type 3 Proportioning Valves -> With ABS & Non-ABS w/TLEV
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge Intrepid 3.5 V6 GAS

Type 1 Proportioning Valve

Testing
  • Install suitable pressure gauges, one each on input side and output side of proportioning valve as shown in Fig. .
  • Bleed brake line and pressure gauge, then gradually depress brake pedal and observe gauge readings. Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Controls Specifications" chart.
  • Observe left and right output pressures.
  • Pressure difference between left and right should not be greater than 57 psi.
  • If gauge readings are not within specifications, replace proportioning valve.

Type 2 Proportioning Valves

Description

This system uses proportioning val...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge Intrepid AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Dodge Intrepid cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> General Service -> Brake booster operation test -> Check valve operation test
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge Intrepid ES 3.5 V6 GAS

In order to properly service and repair available brake systems, a thorough understanding of the power assist systems is necessary. The vacuum assist diaphragm assembly multiplies the force exerted on the master cylinder piston in order to increase the hydraulic pressure delivered to the wheel cylinders or calipers while decreasing the effort necessary to obtain acceptable stopping performance.

Vacuum assist units get their energy by opposing engine vacuum to atmospheric pressure. A piston, cylinder and flexible diaphragm utilize this energy to provide brake assistance. The diaph...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge Intrepid AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Dodge Intrepid cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Type 1-Teves Mark IV Anti-Lock Braking System -> Precautions -> Pump/Motor Service -> System Service
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge Intrepid 3.5 V6 GAS

System Service

General service precautions should be followed when servicing the ABS system. Failure to do so may cause ABS system component failure. Service precautions are as follows:

  • Many ABS system components are not independently serviceable and must be replaced with their respective assemb...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge Intrepid AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Dodge Intrepid cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Double Flare/Inverted Seat -> Hydraulic Tubing -> ISO Style Tube Flaring -> Master Cylinder -> Wheel Cylinder
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge Intrepid 3.5 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

When disassembling the master cylinder, note the position of all parts as they are removed for proper installation.

When disassembled, wash all parts in denatured alcohol or clean brake fluid only. Use an air hose to blow out all passages, orifices and valve holes. Air dry and place parts on clean paper or lint-free cloth.

Inspect master cylinder bore for scoring, rust, pitting or etching. Any of these conditions will require replacement of the housing. Never hone the bore of the master cylinder as this will remove the anodized surface. Inspect master cylinder pis...

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