Front Brakes - Moaning Noises

NO: 05-16-94 Rev. A

GROUP: Brakes

DATE: Jan. 13, 1995

SUBJECT:
Moaning Noise from Front Brakes

THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 05-16-94 DATED SEP. 9, 1994 WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. THE PROCEDURE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO REPLACE RATHER THAN REFACE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS. THE CHANGES ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS**.

MODELS:
1995 (PL) Neon

**NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 1/3/95 (MDH O1-03-XX) EQUIPPED WITH FOUR (4) STUD HUBS, SALES CODES BRC AND BRH.**

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

A low frequency moan, growl or a grinding noise that can be heard when stopping during moderate to heavy braking. The sound varies with vehicle speed and usually occurs when braking above 45 MPH.

DIAGNOSIS:

With the windows closed, radio and the heater/AC system off, road test the vehicle on a smooth road surface and apply the brakes heavily from a speed above 45 MPH. Avoid skidding the tires. if the noise is heard, proceed with the following repair.

**PARTS REQUIRED:

2 4509715 Disk Brake Rotor**


REPAIR PROCEDURE:

**This bulletin involves replacing the front disc brake rotors with a revised part.**

1. Remove the disc brake rotors as outlined in the 1995 Neon Service Manual (Publication No. 81-270-5025), Page 5-45.

2. Install the disc brake rotors as outlined in the Service Manual, Page 546.

NOTE:
REPLACEMENT OF DISC BRAKE PADS IS NOT REQUIRED.

POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

TIME ALLOWANCE: Disc Brake Rotor. Replace. Left Side
Labor Operation No: 05-21-10-91 0.3 Hrs.

Disc Brake Rotor. Replace. Right Side
05-21-10-92 0.3 Hrs.

FAILURE CODE: P8 - New Part