Rear Brakes - Howl During Low Speed Stop: Overview

NO: 05-01-98

GROUP: Brakes

DATE: Jan. 30, 1998

SUBJECT:
Howl From Rear Brakes During Low Speed Stop

THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 05-08-97 DATED NOVEMBER 7, 1997 WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. THE SALES CODES FOR COVERED VEHICLES HAVE BEEN ADDED. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS**.

MODELS:
1995-1997 (PL) Neon

**NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO ALL NON ABS EQUIPPED VEHICLES (SALES CODES BRA AND BRC). VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ABS DID NOT HAVE DRUM BRAKES.**

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
A howl type noise coming from the rear brakes during a low speed (10 mph or less) brake apply in a forward direction. The condition may be more frequent in cold/damp weather during the first few stops with cold brakes.

DIAGNOSIS:
While traveling at 10 mph, lightly apply the brakes and listen for a low pitched howl from the rear. If the noise is heard, perform the Repair Procedure.

PARTS REQUIRED:
1 05011628AA Brake Shoe Support Plate, Rear With Wheel Cylinder (Right)
1 05011629AA Brake Shoe Support Plate, Rear With Wheel Cylinder (Left)
2 04509544 Gasket, Brake Shoe Support Plate
2 06502432 Retaining Nut, Hub and Bearing Assembly

POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No: 05-80-20-92 1.2 Hrs.

FAILURE CODE: P8 - New Part