Brake System Groan at End of Stop. Chevrolet PJJ 2000

For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
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1 | Was the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check performed? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check
2 | Inspect the front suspension for loose or missing components. Are there any loose or missing components? | -- | Go to Step 3 | Go to Step 4
3 | Tighten, repair or replace the missing components as necessary. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications in Front Suspension. Is the repair complete? | - | Go to Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check | --

4

Inspect the disc brake pads and brake shoe linings for the following:

• | Excessive wear

• | Uneven wear

• | Abuse

• | Glazing

• | Contaminated lining material

• | Incorrect lining material

Do any of the above conditions exist?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 6

5 | Replace the brake linings. Refer to Brake Pads Replacement in Disc Brakes or Brake Shoe Replacement in Drum Brakes. Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check | --
6 | Check the wheel assemblies for an out of balance condition. Are any of the wheel assemblies out of balance? | -- | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 8
7 | Balance the wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Balancing in Vibration Diagnosis and Correction. Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check | --
8 | Verify proper brake system operation. Does the original condition still exist? | -- | Verify customer complaint. Begin the diagnosis again. Go to Step 1 | System OK