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The brake wear warning sound means that soon
the brakes will not work well. That could lead to
an accident. When the brake wear warning sound
is heard, have the vehicle serviced.
Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake
squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean something is wrong with
the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in
the proper sequence to torque specifications in
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.
See your dealer/retailer if the brake pedal does not
return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in
pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service
might be required.
Every time the brakes are applied, with or without the
vehicle moving, the brakes adjust for wear.
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many
parts have to be of top quality and work well together if
the vehicle is to have really good braking. The vehicle
was designed and tested with top-quality brake parts.
When parts of the braking system are replaced
example, when the brake linings wear down and new
ones are installed
replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes might
not work properly. For example, if someone puts in
.
brake linings that are wrong for the vehicle, the balance
between the front and rear brakes can change
worse. The braking performance expected can change
in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake
parts are installed.
be sure to get new approved
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