2003 Dodge Stratus Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2003 Dodge Stratus

  • 2003 Dodge Stratus 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2351, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:G
  • 2003 Dodge Stratus 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
  • 2003 Dodge Stratus 2.7 V6 GAS, CC:2700, CID:167, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:167, Engine VIN:, Desg:R
  • 2003 Dodge Stratus 2.7 V6 FLEX, CC:2700, CID:167, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:167, Engine VIN:, Desg:T
  • 2003 Dodge Stratus R/T 3.0 V6 GAS, CC:2972, CID:181, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:181, Engine VIN:, Desg:H

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Teves Anti-Lock Braking System -> System Service -> 1999 -> 1999 Neon -> 1999-2000 -> 1999-2000 Sebring Convertible & Stratus -> 2000-03 -> 2000-03 Neon -> 2001-03 -> 2001-03 Sebring Convertible, Sebring Sedan & Stratus Sedan -> Brake System Bleed -> Breeze & Cirrus -> Component Replacement -> Concorde, Intrepid, LHS & 300M -> Controller Anti-Lock Brake (CAB) -> Front -> Integrated Control Unit (ICU) -> Neon -> Rear -> Sebring Convertible, Sebring Sedan & Stratus Sedan -> Wheel Speed Sensor
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Stratus 2.7 V6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

The TEVES Mark 20e anti-lock brake system must be bled as two independent braking systems. The non-ABS portion of the brake system should be bled the same as any non-ABS system. The ABS portion of the system requires the use of a DRB, or equivalently programmed scan tool.

  • To bleed non-ABS portion of system, refer to "Hydraulic Brakes."
  • To bleed the ABS portion of the system, connect DRB scan tool to vehicle diagnostics connector, located under the lefthand side of instrument panel.
  • Set can tool to Bleed ABS routine.
  • Apply brake pedal firmly and initiate Bleed ABS cycl...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Stratus 2.4 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Type 2 -> Adjustments -> Parking Brake
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Stratus R/T 3.0 V6 GAS

Parking Brake

These brakes are equipped with self adjusting mechanisms. Periodic adjustments are not required. If stopping power is insufficient, or if brake pedal travel is excessive, brakes and self adjusting mechanism should be cleaned and inspected.

After performing brake service, adjust parking brake as follows:

  • Apply parking brake lever with force of approximately 45 lbs. while counting clicks. Lever should click 5-7 times.
  • If not within specifications, release parking brake lever and...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Type 1 -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Stratus 2.7 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Type 1 -> Caliper Service -> Overhaul -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Stratus 2.4 L4 GAS

Replacement

  • Remove brake pads as outlined under "Brake Pad Service."
  • Disconnect brake hose at caliper strut and brake caliper, then cap brake line.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Bleed brake system as outlined in "Hydraulic Brake Systems."

Overhaul

  • Remove brake pads as outlined under "Brake Pad Service."
  • Hang caliper on a wire away from rotor.
  • Place a small piece of wood between piston and caliper fingers.
  • Carefully depress brake pedal to hydraulically push piston out of bore., then apply and hold-down brake pedal to any position beyond first inch of brake travel. This will prevent master cyli...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Stratus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Bench Bleeding -> Manual Bleed -> Master Cylinder Bleed -> On-Vehicle Bleeding -> Pressure Bleed
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Stratus 2.7 V6 FLEX

Pressure Bleed

Use bleeder tank tool No. C-3496-B, or equivalent, and adapter tool No. BB400-9A, or equivalent, to pressurize hydraulic system.

Normal pressure bleeder pressure should not be more than 35 psi. On models equipped with plastic reservoirs, do not exceed 25 psi bleeding pressure.

  • Attach suitable clear plastic hose to bleeder screw and submerge other end into clear container with clean brake fluid.
  • Open bleeder screw at least one full turn.
  • Bleed 4-8 ounces of fluid through system until air free flow is maintained.
  • Repeat procedure at all screws.
  • If pedal travel is excess...

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