
CHRYSLER 
CORPORATION
SERVICE MANUAL 
SUPPLEMENT
BENDIX ANTILOCK 4 BRAKE SYSTEM 
1993 FRONT WHEEL DRIVE CAR
This manual supplements the 1993 Front- 
Wheel-Drive Car Service Manual 81-270-3101,
and contains the service information on the new
Bendix Antilock 4 brake system. The Bendix
Antilock 4 brake system only affects the LeBaron
Landau, Spirit, Acclaim and LeBaron Coupe and
Convertible built at the Newark Assembly Plant
after April 19, 1993. Any of these model vehicles
built at other assembly plants, will continue to
use carryover antilock brake systems for the
remainder of the 1993 model year. 
To order the special service tools used and 
illustrated, please refer to the instructions on
inside back cover. 
NO PART 
OF THIS PUBLICATION MAY BE REPRO-
DUCED, STORED IN A RETRIEVAL SYSTEM,
OR TRANSMITTED, IN ANY FORM OR BY ANY
MEANS, ELECTRONIC, MECHANICAL, PHO-
TOCOPYING, RECORDING, OR OTHERWISE,
WITHOUT THE PRIOR WRITTEN PERMIS-
SION OF CHRYSLER CORPORATION.
Chrysler Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design or to make 
additions to or improvements in its products without imposing any obligations
upon itself to install them on its products previously manufactured.
Litho in U.S.A. Copyright  1993 Chrysler Corporation 30M0393
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PCV SYSTEM TEST
Refer to group 25, Emission Control System for 
proper procedures to test PCV system.
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Chrysler Corporation recommends that only fuel pur-
chased from a reputable retailer be used. Use high qual-
ity, unleaded gasoline to provide satisfactory
driveability and highest fuel economy. Gasoline contain-
ing detergent and corrosion control additives are desire-
able. If the engine develops spark knock (audible ping),
poor performance, hard starting or stalling, purchase
fuel from another source. Engine performance can vary
when using different brands of gasoline with the same
octane rating. Occasional light engine spark knock un-
der heavy acceleration, at low speed or when vehicle is
heavily loaded is not harmful. Extended periods of
spark knock under moderate acceleration or at cruising
speed can damage the engine. The cause of excessive
spark knock condition must be diagnosed and corrected.
For diagnostic procedures refer to Group 14, Fuel Sys-
tem and Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures manual.
SELECTING GASOLINE
CAUTION:Do not use fuel containing METHANOL
(methyl or wood alcohol), damage to fuel system
will result. Do not use leaded gasoline, damage to catalytic
converter will result and vehicle will not conform to
emission control standards. 
ETHANOL, MTBE OR ETBE BLENDS 
All Chrysler Corporation vehicles are designed to 
use unleaded gasoline ONLY. Gasohol blends, con-
taining 10% Ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol) 90% un-
leaded gasoline can be used provided it has adequate
octane rating. Fuel blends containing up to 15% MTBE (Methyl
Tertiary Butyl Ether) and 85% unleaded gasoline can
be used. Fuel blends containing up to 17% ETBE
(Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) and 83% unleaded gas-
oline can also be used. Fuel blended with ethanol, MTBE or ETBE are 
also referred to as reformulated or clean air gasoline.
These fuels contribute less emissions to the atmo-
sphere. Chrysler Corporation recommends that
blended fuels be used when available 
METHANOL BLENDS  Using gasoline blended with methanol can result 
in starting and driveability problems. Deterioration
of fuel system components will result. Methanol in-
duced problems are not the responsibility of Chrysler
Corporation and may not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.  NON-TURBOCHARGED ENGINES 
Use regular unleaded gasoline having a minimum 
octane rating of 87 (R+M)/2. Higher octane premium
unleaded gasoline can be used if desired. 
2.2L 16 VALVE TURBOCHARGED ENGINE 
Use premium unleaded gasoline having a mini- 
mum octane rating of 91 (R+M)/2. Gasoline with oc-
tane rating less than 91 (R+M)/2 can be used if
recommended gasoline is not available. Low octane
gasoline will reduce engine performance. 
FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLES 
CAUTION: Do not use 100% methanol, damage to 
fuel system can result.  Use unleaded regular gasoline having a minimum 
octane rating of 87 (R=M)/2 and M85 fuel that is
85% methanol and 15% unleaded gasoline, or a mix-
ture of these two.
FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter requires service only when a fuel
contamination problem is suspected. For proper diag-
nostic and service procedures refer to Group 14, Fuel
System,
IGNITION CABLES, DISTRIBUTOR CAP, AND 
ROTOR
Inspect and test ignition cables, distributor cap and 
rotor when the spark plugs are replaced. Oil and
grime should be cleaned from the ignition cables and
distributor cap to avoid possible spark plug fouling.
Mopar, Foamy Engine Degreaser, or equivalent is
recommended for cleaning the engine compartment.
For proper service and diagnostic procedures refer to
Group 8D, Ignition System.
SPARK PLUGS
Ignition spark plugs should be replaced at the
mileage interval described in the Lubrication and
Maintenance Schedules. Refer to the General Infor-
mation section of this group. For proper service pro-
cedures refer to Group 8D, Ignition Systems.
DRIVE BELTS
Inspect and adjust drive belts at the interval de-
scribed in the Lubrication and Maintenance Sched-
ules. Refer to General Information section of this
group. For proper inspection and adjustment proce-
dures, see Group 7, Cooling System.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Inspect all emission control components and hoses
when other under hood service is performed. Refer to
emission system Vacuum Hose Label located on the
0 - 14 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE  Ä 

DRIVESHAFT RECONDITIONING PROCEDURE
Driveshaft reconditioning and/or boot replacement 
for all front wheel drive vehicles is essentially the same
per C/V joint.  Note: that lubricant requirements and quanti-
ties are different for Inner Joints than for Outer
Joints, and type being serviced. Use only the
recommended lubricants. See (Fig. 1) for the exploded view of the front drive
shaft components and there location in the assembly. Driveshaft requirements are different for vari-
ous vehicle models, engines, and transaxles, and
often change from one model year to the next.  Driveshaft parts will be different to accommodate 
this. Therefore, when replacing parts, be sure to use
only those specified in the service parts catalog. For
the exact model year, model, engine, transaxle, and
type being serviced.
Fig. 1 Driveshaft Components
Fig. 21 Install Wheel And Tire Assembly
Fig. 20 Install Spring Washer, Nut Lock, & New Cot-  ter Pin
Ä  SUSPENSION AND DRIVESHAFTS 2 - 31 

REAR (STUB) AXLE ALIGNMENT ALL MODELS INDEX
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General Information  ....................... 89 Rear Wheel Alignment..................... 89
GENERAL INFORMATION
Because front wheel drive vehicles are equipped with 
rear suspension incorporating stub axles (or wheel
spindles). It is possible to align both the camber and toe 
of the rear wheels.
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Alignment adjustment if required. Is made by adding
0.010 inch shims (from the service package kit) be-
tween the spindle mounting surface and axle mounting
plate. Each shim equals wheel change by .3É as shown
(for all car lines) in (Figs. 3 to 6). If rear wheel alignment is required, place vehicle on
alignment rack and check alignment specifications.
When recording rear toe-in (vehicle backed onto
alignment rack) REMEMBER to reverse sign
convention; a total toe-in on direct reading
charts is actually toe-out while driving.  Maintain 
rear alignment within Chrysler Motors recommenda-
tions, found in Specifications.
INSTALLATION OF REAR ALIGNMENT SHIMS
(1) Block front tires so vehicle will not move.
(2) Release parking brake.
(3) Hoist vehicle so that rear suspension is in full
rebound and tires are off the ground. See Hoisting in
Lubrication and Maintenance, Group 0. (4) Remove wheel and tire assembly.
(5) Pry off grease cap.
(6) Remove cotter pin and castle lock.
(7) Remove adjusting nut.
(8) Remove brake drum (Fig. 1).  (9) Loosen four (4) brake assembly and spindle 
mounting bolts enough to allow clearance for shim
installation (Fig. 2).  Do not remove mounting 
bolts. 
(10) Install shims as shown in Figs. 3, 4, 5 and 6 
for desired wheel change. No more than two shims
on each spindle should be used to bring alignment 
within acceptable range. Wheel change by .3É per shim.
(11) Tighten down the 4 brake support plate and
spindle to axle mounting bolts until they are snug.
Then tighten the 4 bolts to the torque values listed
for the vehicle line which is being serviced.
²  AA, AG, AJ, AP Bodies 75 N Im (55 ft. lbs.)
Fig. 2 Loosen Mounting Bolts
Fig. 3 Shim Installation for Toe-Out
Fig. 1 Remove Brake Drum
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stant velocity joint housings. The rear Tone Wheels 
are serviced as an assembly with the rear disc brake
rotor hub. Correct Anti-Lock System operation is dependent
on wheel speed signals from the wheel speed sensors.
The vehicles' wheels and tires must all be the same
size and type to generate accurate signals. In addi-
tion, the tires must be inflated to the recommended
pressures for optimum system operation. Variations
in wheel and tire size or significant variations in in-
flation pressure can produce inaccurate wheel speed
signals.
CONTROLLER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE (CAB)
The Anti-Lock Brake Controller is a small micro- 
processor based device that monitors the brake sys-  tem and controls the system while it functions in 
Anti-Lock Mode. The CAB is located under the bat-
tery tray and is mounted to the left frame rail (Fig.
7) and uses a 60-way system connector. The power
source for the CAB is through the ignition switch to
pin 60 of the controller. With the ignition in the
RUN or ON position.  IF THE (ABS) CONTROL- 
LER NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BE SURE THE
CORRECT CONTROLLER IS USED. THE CON-
TROLLER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE (CAB) IS NOT
ON THE CCD BUS
Fig. 5 Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
Fig. 4 Front Wheel Speed Sensor
Fig. 6 Rear Tone Wheel
Fig. 7 Location Controller Anti-Lock Brake (CAB)
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ABS HYDRAULIC CIRCUITS AND VALVE 
OPERATION
Through the following operation descriptions and 
diagrams. The function of the various hydraulic con-
trol valves in the ABS system will be described. The
fluid control valves mentioned below, control the flow
of pressurized brake fluid to the wheel brakes during
the different modes of Anti-Lock Braking.
NORMAL BRAKING
ISOLATION VALVES 
Open to primary and secondary master cylinder 
brake fluid supply (Fig. 11) 
DECAY AND BUILD VALVES 
Closed, not allowing for the build-up or release of 
brake fluid supply (Fig. 11). The brake pedal is applied. The travel of the brake
pedal closes primary, secondary and booster servo
circuits from fluid supply at the fluid reservoir.
Brake fluid from the primary and secondary circuits
flows through the open isolation valves and applies
the wheel brakes. Fluid from the booster servo cir-  cuit does not flow to the wheel brakes. The fluid flow 
is blocked by the closed build valves and check
valves. 
POWER ASSIST 
The boost control valve shuttles between its three 
positions to provide power assisted braking (Fig. 11).
ABS BRAKING-BUILD PRESSURE
ISOLATION VALVES 
Closed, isolating wheel brakes from master cylin- 
der primary and secondary fluid supplies and open to
booster servo circuit pressure through open build
valves (Fig. 12) 
DECAY VALVES 
Closed, not allowing the escape of pressurized fluid 
supply from the hydraulic system (Fig. 12). 
BUILD VALVES 
Open, allowing booster servo circuit pressure to 
flow to the wheel brakes through the isolation valves
(Fig. 12).
Fig. 11 Normal Braking - Hydraulic Control
Ä  ANTI-LOCK 10 BRAKE SYSTEM 5 - 85 

Brake Warning Lamp may indicate reduced 
braking ability. The following procedure should
be used to test drive an ABS complaint:(1) Ignition on. Turn the ignition to the ON position
without starting the car and wait until the Red Brake
Warning Lamp and Amber Anti-Lock Warning Lamp
turn off. This will allow the pump to charge the
accumulator to operating pressure. If the warning
lamp(s) do not turn off, go to step 3. (2) Ignition off for 15 seconds.
(3) Start car. Wait for displays to return to normal
operating mode before proceeding. (4) With Shift lever in PARK, slowly depress brake
pedal and release. (5) Drive vehicle a short distance. During this test
drive, be sure that the vehicle achieves at least 20 mph.
Then brake to at least one complete stop and accelerate
slowly back up to at least 20 mph. (6) If a functional problem with the A.B.S. system is
determined while test driving a vehicle. Refer to the
Bendix Anti-Lock 10 Diagnostics Manual for required
test procedures and proper use of the DRB II tester. 
CAUTION: The following are general precautions that 
should be observed when servicing and diagnosing
the ABS system and/or other vehicle systems. Failure
to observe these precautions may result in ABS
system damage. 
(1) If welding work is to be performed on the vehicle 
using an arc welder, the (CAB) should be disconnected
before the welding operation begins. (2) The (CAB) and hydraulic assembly 10 way con-
nectors should never be connected or disconnected with
the ignition on. (3) Some components of the ABS system are not
serviced separately and must be serviced as complete
assemblies. Do not disassemble any component which
is designated as non-serviceable. (4)  Always de-pressurize the Hydraulic Accu- 
mulator when performing any work that re-
quires disconnecting any hydraulic tube, flex
hose or fitting. The ABS system uses brake fluid
at high pressure. Failure to de-pressurize the
accumulator may result in personal injury
and/or damage to painted surfaces. Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces. If brake
fluid is spilled on any painted surfaces, wash off with
water immediately.
DE-PRESSURIZING HYDRAULIC ACCUMULA- TOR
The ABS pump/motor assembly keeps the hydraulic
accumulator charged between approximately 11,032
and 13,790 kPa (1600 and 2000 psi) anytime  key is in the ON position. The pump/motor assembly 
cannot run if the ignition is off or either battery ca-
ble is disconnected. Unless otherwise specified, the hydraulic accumu-
lator should be de-pressurized before disassembling
any portion of the hydraulic system. The following
procedure should be used to de-pressurize the hy-
draulic accumulator: (1) With ignition off, or either battery cable discon-
nected, pump the brake pedal a minimum of 40 times
using approximately 50 pounds of pedal force. A no-
ticeable change in pedal feel will occur when the ac-
cumulator becomes discharged. (2) When a definite increase in pedal effort is felt,
pump the pedal a few additional times. This will in-
sure removal of all hydraulic pressure from the
brake system.
WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CABLES
Proper installation of wheel speed sensor cables is
critical to continued ABS system operation. Be sure
that cables are installed and routed properly. Failure
to install cables in their retainers, as shown in Sec-
tion 3 of this manual. May result in contact with
moving parts or over extension of cables, resulting in
an open circuit.
MECHANICAL DIAGNOSTICS AND SERVICE 
PROCEDURES
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS
Some diagnostic procedures in this section require 
the use of special service tools. Each of these tools is
described below. 
DRB II DIAGNOSTIC TESTER 
Some of the diagnostic procedures that are ex- 
plained in this section require the use of the DRB II
DIAGNOSTICS TESTER to insure that proper diag-
nostics are performed. Refer to those sections for
proper testing procedures and the DRB II manual for
its proper operational information.
MST-6163 PRESSURE TESTER
Some diagnostic procedures in this manual require
the use of the MST-6163 pressure gauge and adaptor
(Fig. 2). Pressure Gauge, Special Tool MST-6163 is
required to measure accumulator pressure during
certain phases of ABS operation. The pressure gauge
and adaptor should be installed as follows: (1) De-pressurize the accumulator by pumping the
brake pedal a minimum of 40 times with the ignition
off. The procedure is fully explained under De-Pres-
surizing Hydraulic Accumulator which is described
earlier in this System Diagnosis Section.
Ä  ANTI-LOCK 10 BRAKE SYSTEM 5 - 89 

² PSIÐPounds per Square Inch (pressure) 
²  WSSÐWheel Speed Sensor
NORMAL BRAKING SYSTEM FUNCTION
Under normal braking conditions, the ABS System 
functions the same as a standard brake system with
a diagonally split master cylinder and conventional
vacuum assist. If a wheel locking tendency is detected during a
brake application, the system will enter Anti-Lock
mode. During Anti-Lock Braking, hydraulic pressure
in the four wheel circuits is modulated to prevent
any wheel from locking. Each wheel circuit is de-
signed with a set of electrical valves and hydraulic
line to provide modulation, although for vehicle sta-
bility, both rear wheel valves receive the same elec-
trical signal. The system can build or reduce
pressure at each wheel, depending on signals gener-
ated by the wheel speed sensors (WSS) at each wheel
and received at the Controller Anti-Lock Brake
(CAB).
MAJOR COMPONENTS
The following is a list of major system components.
Details of all components can be found later in this
section. See (Fig. 1) for the general location of the
components in the vehicle.
MASTER CYLINDER AND VACUUM BOOSTER
The Bendix Anti-Lock 6 Brake System uses the ve- 
hicles standard Master Cylinder/Reservoir and Vac-
uum Booster (Fig. 2). The master cylinder primary
and secondary outputs go directly to the Modulator
Assembly.
MODULATOR AND PUMP MOTOR/ASSEMBLY
The Modulator Assembly (Fig. 3) contains the 
wheel circuit valves used for brake pressure modula-
tion and the Pump/Motor. The Pump/Motor function, as part of the Modulator
Assembly. Is to pump low pressure brake fluid from
the brake fluid sump into the ABS Accumulator.
During a stop which requires the ABS system to be-
come operational.
WHEEL SPEED SENSORS
A Wheel Speed Sensor (Fig. 4) is located at each
wheel to transmit wheel speed information to the
Controller Anti-Lock Brake (CAB).
Fig. 2 Master Cylinder Brake Booster Assemble
Fig. 3 Modulator And Pump/Motor Assembly
Fig. 4 Wheel Speed Sensor
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