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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2000 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> 1999-2000 -> 2001 -> 2001-03 -> 2002-03 -> Avenger -> Breeze & Cirrus -> Concorde, Intrepid, LHS & 300M -> Convertible -> Coupe -> Fluid Reservoir -> Junction Block -> Less ABS -> Master Cylinder -> Neon -> Proportioning Valve -> Sebring & Stratus -> Sedan -> With ABS -> Without ABS
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge Avenger 2.5 V6 GAS

Fluid Reservoir

These models use ISO style flares that are of metric dimension. Use ISO style tubing flares and metric tubing when performing any repairs.

  • Remove reservoir caps.
  • Remove reservoir brake fluid.
  • Remove master cylinder as outlined under "Master Cylinder, Replace."
  • Secure master cylinder in suitable vise.
  • Remove two reservoir to master cylinder retaining pins, Fig. .
  • Rock reservoir side to side and remove from master cylinder. Do not use any tools when removing reservoir.
  • Remove sealing grommets
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Lubricate new sealing gromm...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2000 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Bosch Anti-Lock Braking System -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1999-2000 -> 2001-02 Sebring Coupe & Stratus Coupe -> 2001-03 -> 2003 Sebring Coupe & Stratus Coupe -> ABS ECU -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Avenger & 1999-2000 Sebring Coupe -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Component Tests -> Connector Identification -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Harness-Side Terminal Resistance & Continuity -> Hydraulic Unit -> Less Scan Tool -> Symptom Based Diagnosis -> Terminal Voltage -> Wheel Speed Sensor -> Wiring Diagrams -> With Scan Tool
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge Avenger 2.5 V6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

With Scan Tool
  • Connect scan tool MB991502, or equivalently programmed scan tool, to Data Link Connector (DLC) located under lefthand side of instrument panel, Fig. .
  • Turn ignition switch to On position.
  • Access Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) following tool manufacturer's instructions.
Less Scan Tool
  • Ground Data Link Connector (DLC) terminal No. 1 using Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) check harness tool or equivalent,Fig. .
  • Turn ignition switch to On position.
  • ABS warning lamp will begin flash any stored DTCs, Fig. .

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpreta...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2000 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Type 2 -> Adjustments -> Avenger, Sebring Coupe & Stratus Coupe -> Parking Brake Lever -> Parking Brake Shoe
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge Avenger 2.5 V6 GAS

Parking Brake Lever

Avenger, Sebring Coupe & Stratus Coupe
  • Pull parking brake lever with a force of approximately 45 ft. lbs., and count number of notches. Standard value is 5-7 notches for vehicles with drum brakes, and 3-5 notches on vehicles with drum in disc brakes.
  • If parking brake lever stroke is not as specified, adjust as follows:
    • Remove inner compartment mat of floor console.
    • Loosen adjusting nut to end of cable rod to free cable.
    • Remove adjustment hole plug, then use a flat tipped screwdriver or equivalent, to turn adjuster.
    • Turn adjuster in direction of arrow (Direction which ex...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2000 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Type 6 -> Caliper Service -> Overhaul -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge Avenger 2.5 V6 GAS

Replacement

  • Remove caliper from brake rotor and brake pads from caliper as outlined in "Brake Pad Service."
  • Disconnect brake hose at brake caliper, then cap brake line.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Overhaul

  • Remove caliper assembly as outlined under "Replacement."
  • Remove lockpin, bushing, caliper support, guide pin and lockpin boots as outlined in Figs. and .
  • Remove boot ring using a suitable flat blade screwdriver.
  • Position a shop towel in caliper body, then apply compressed air through brake hose fitting hole to remove piston and dust boot. Apply air gently.
  • Remove piston seal using finge...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2000 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> Avenger & 1999-2000 Sebring Coupe -> Brake Booster Pushrod -> Stop Lamp Switch
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge Avenger 2.5 V6 GAS

Stop Lamp Switch

  • Release stop lamp switch from bracket by rotating it 30° counterclockwise.
  • Disconnect stop lamp switch wiring harness connector.
  • Pull outward on stop lamp switch plunger until fully extended.
  • Depress brake pedal, holding down in place.
  • Install stop lamp switch onto bracket by aligning index key on switch with slot at top of square hole.
  • Rotate switch 30° clockwise to lock switch into bracket, Fig. .
  • Connect wiring harness connector to stop lamp switch.
  • Pull back on brake pedal until pedal stops moving to allow switch plunger to ratchet to correct position.

Brake Booster Push...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge Avenger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2000 Dodge Avenger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1999-2000 -> Avenger -> Breeze & Cirrus -> Concorde, Intrepid, LHS & 300M -> Convertible -> Coupe -> Less ABS -> Less Anti-Lock Brake System -> Neon -> Proportioning Valve -> Sebring & Stratus -> Sedan -> With ABS -> With Anti-Lock Brake System
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge Avenger 2.5 V6 GAS

Proportioning Valve

Avenger
  • Install suitable pressure gauges, one each on input side and output side of proportioning valve.
  • Bleed brake line and pressure gauge, then gradually depress brake pedal and observe gauge.
  • Observe left and righthand output pressures.
  • Pressure difference between left and right sides should not be more than 57 psi.
  • Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Control Specifications."
  • If pressure is not within specifications, replace proportioning valve.
Breeze & Cirrus
Less Anti-Lock Brake System
  • Road test vehicle to determine which rear wheel exhibits premature wheel skid.
  • Remove ...

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