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Brakes - Whistle Noise With Brakes Applied When Stopped

File In Section: 05 - Brakes

Bulletin No.: 04-05-22-001

Date: September, 2004

TECHNICAL

Subject:
Whistle Noise While Vehicle is Stationary with Brakes Applied (Replace Vacuum Brake Booster Check Valve)

Models:
2004 Pontiac GTO

Condition

Some customers may comment on a light, barely audible whistle noise while their vehicle is stationary, with the brakes applied. This noise will disappear when the brakes are released.

Correction

Install a new vacuum brake booster check valve.





The new valve (1) can be easily identified from the old valve (2) by the black cover.





Parts Information

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information





For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.





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