JPXJMOAB

This is a write up that I know deletes ABS on 97-01 XJs. I just did this myself, figured I'd make a post to help others out.


Step 1: disconnect battery & remove brake lines going from proportioning valve to the ABS module

Step 2: remove ABS module (disconnect the harness and just put it aside)

Step 3: remove ABS fuse/relay (I had 1 relay and 2 fuses)

Step 4: get a proportioning valve from a non ABS XJ, (unscrew the threaded fitting on the back and put it in place of the plug on your proportioning valve)

Step 5: route new brake lines. You need to replace the 2 lines on the bottom of the proportioning valve and the insert the line into the new port on the back of the valve. (Part numbers from MOPAR are listed below)

Step 6: bleed the brakes & triple check everything for leaks. DONE!

MOPAR brake line part numbers:

52128381 - $8.75
52128170 - $4.10
52127988AC - $12.00

XJwonders

Try to submit it in the write up section

JPXJMOAB

I tried but I don't have the rights to it says, if you're able to feel free to move it.

XJwonders

Done. If possible. Add pictures

JPXJMOAB

I can take a few pics in a few minutes! Thanks man.

z400beast

Any pictures for this?

z400beast

bump

JPXJMOAB

I apologize! I completely forgot! What exactly would you like pictures of?

PartyLikeIt's99XJ

Does this cause any other issues, say check engine/brake lights since the system was originally set up for ABS?

JPXJMOAB

No sir. I'm still running it without any problems. This write up will be doing it the same as it would've come from the factory

outersketcher

I know I'm prolly gonna get noogied for reviving an old post. But, I would like pictures of the ABS module. To see what it looks like.

Also, how does one find out if thier XJ has ABS installed on thier vehicle? I don't THINK I have ABS on my '95 country edition xj.. but I wouldnt know an ABS component from Addam if we passed each other on a foggy night.

firebane

Black box with a bunch of brake lines coming out of it on the driver side. Also if you have a 8.25 axle no abs.

outersketcher

Thanks Firebane.. 'preciate it.

Salden Hund

Leme get your ABS parts

MGMeyer89

This write up hits everything. Dorman makes a brake line replacement kit (purchasable at O'Reilly or amazon) for non abs xj's. It comes with everything you need except the proportioning valve (also available at O'Reilly, not sure about amazon). You don't have to remove the ABS module if you don't want to, but it is nice to have the extra space. I did have to replace my master cylinder, mainly due to age, so be prepared for that cost worst case scenario. When running the new lines you may also need a new locking bar where the line connects to the rear axle line. It is a mounted connection on the unibody. If you are also redoing the axle brake lines, the kit should come with new locking bars. SMALL HANDS RECOMMENDED for this job. Being a rather tall tradesman with huge meat paws definitely makes this task take twice as long.