Brake WearYour vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads areworn and new pads are needed. The sound may comeand go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving,except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly.{CAUTION:The brake wear warning sound means thatsoon your brakes will not work well. Thatcould lead to an accident. When you hear thebrake wear warning sound, have your vehicleserviced.Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brakepads could result in costly brake repair.Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brakesqueal when the brakes are first applied or lightlyapplied. This does not mean something is wrong withyour brakes.Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to helpprevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspectbrake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts inthe proper sequence to GM torque specifications.Brake linings should always be replaced as completeaxle sets.Brake Pedal TravelSee your dealer if the brake pedal does not return tonormal height, or if there is a rapid increase inpedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.Brake AdjustmentEvery time you apply the brakes, with or without thevehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear.5-42
