BRAKE SQUEAL (NEW FRONT BRAKE LINING MATERIAL AVAILABLE)

Models Affected: 1990 TRANS SPORT

Condition: Some 1990 Trans Sports may experience a high pitched squeal coming from the front of the vehicle during light to moderate brake applications. The squeal may be more noticeable during warm weather or periods of heavy brake usage.

Correction: A new front brake lining material composition is now available that may help reduce this brake squeal. The new material entered production with the VIN Pontiac LT228373.

Rotors should be inspected and refinished only if required.

During routine brake maintenance such as pad replacement, DO NOT refinish disc brake rotors unless:

1. There is brake pulsation present, and the pulsation is determined to be caused by the rotors, or

2. The rotors are excessively scored. Light, surface scoring that does not exceed 0.015 inch should not affect brake operation.

Parts Information:

Lining Kit: GMSPO - P/N 12510008 A/C Delco - Delco Moraine P/N 18017937 Catalog # 171-483

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Labor Operation Number: H0042 Pads, Front Disc Labor Time : 0.7 Hour

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