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Rear Brakes - Noisy

87audi03

Number: Group:

87-03
46
July 27, 1987


Brakes - Steering
Applies To: 4000 - COUPE - 5000 1980-1986


Subject: Rear Brakes - Noisy
Cause:

Noise is caused by contact between inside edge of brake shoes and backing plates.


Production Change:

Brass rivet has been installed in brake shoe contact area of backing plate.

Introduction: June 1982
VIN: 8-CA196129 - 4000/Coupe 43-CA088940 - 5000


Service Solution:

- Remove rear brake drums and shoes.
- Lubricate contact points on backing plates.
- Chamfer brake linings.