Brakes - Front Brake Squealing Issues
03-037September 2, 2010
Applies To:
2002-03 RSX Except Type S - ALL
Front Brakes Squeal
(Supersedes 03-037, dated January 30, 2004, to revise the information marked by the black bars and asterisks)
*REVISION SUMMARY
Under WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION, the flat rate times were revised after the operations were reviewed and validated.*
SYMPTOM
The front brakes are squealing.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Refinish or replace the rotors, and install new brake pads.
PARTS INFORMATION
Front Brake Pad Set: P/N 45022-S7A-000
Front Brake Disc: P/N 45251-S6M-000
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
The normal warranty applies.
Failed Part: P/N 45022-S5A-J00
Defect Code: 01401
Symptom Code: 04213
Skill Level: Repair Technician
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Do the front brake disc inspection procedure on page 19-13 of the 2002-04 RSX Service Manual
^ If the discs are beyond the service limits, replace the discs, then go to step 3.
^ If the discs are within the service limits, go to step 2.
2. Refinish the brake discs using an on-car brake lathe. Refer to Service Bulletin 00-037, Brake Disc Refinishing Guidelines.
3. Install the new front brake pads. Refer to page 19-11 of the service manual.
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