Brakes - Rear Disc Brake Squeal/Grinding Noise
04-003/052004-2005 MAZDA3 - BRAKE SQUEAK / GRIND NOISE FROM REAR BRAKES
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
2004-) 2005 Mazda3
DESCRIPTION
Some vehicles may exhibit a squeaking and/or grinding noise from the rear brakes when coming to a stop, either in forward or reverse. This is due to a stick-slip condition between the rear disc brake pad and rotor.
Service brake pads have been established to address customer concern.
Customers having this concern should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Verify concern.
2. Replace rear brake pads (both sides) with modified parts according to Workshop Manual (section 04-11).
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