Brakes - Clicking/Squealing Noise Coming From Rear

File In Section: 5 - Brakes

Bulletin No.: 73-50-10

Date: March, 1997

Subject:
Clicking and/or Squealing Noise Coming from the Rear Brakes
(Adjust Park Brake Cable)

Models:
1997 Buick Century
1997 Chevrolet Venture
1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
1997 Pontiac Trans Sport

Condition

Some owners may comment on a clicking and/or squealing noise coming from the rear brakes.

Cause

This noise may be caused by an under adjusted park brake cable which allows the spring on the cable to click and/or rub on the brake lever.

Correction

To correct this condition, adjust the park brake cable using the following procedure:

1. Push the park brake pedal down one (1) click.

2. Adjust the park brake cable until the wheel with the least turning resistance just starts to drag. (This is usually the left wheel.)

3. Release the park brake pedal.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor
Operation Description Labor Time

H2800 Parking Brake - Use published labor
Adjust operation time.