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Disc Brake Wear Indicators
Unless you have the four-wheel disc
brake option, your Chevrolet has front
disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear
indicators that make a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake pads are
worn and new pads are needed. The
sound may come and go or be heard all
the time your vehicle is moving (except
when you are pushing on the brake peda
firmly).
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The brake wear warning sound
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means that sooner or later your
brakes won't work well. That could
lead to an accident. When you hear
the brake wear warning sound, have
your vehicle serviced.
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brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates may
cause a brake squeal when the brakes are
first applied or lightly applied. This does
not mean something is wrong with your
brakes.
Rear Drum Brakes
If you have rear drum brakes, they don't
have wear indicators, but if you ever hear
a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear
brake linings inspected.
Also,
the rear
brake drums should be removed and
inspected each time the tires are removed
for rotation or changing. When you have
the front brakes replaced, have the rear
brakes inspected, too.
Brake linings should always be replaced
as complete axle sets.
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