Camaro V8-305 5.0L VIN E TBI (1989)
Brake Caliper: Customer Interest
Brakes - Rear Disc Moan
Number:
88-162-5
Section:
5
Date: May, 1989
Subject:
REAR DISC BRAKE MOAN
Model and Year:
1989 F CAR WITH REAR DISC BRAKES
TO:
ALL CHEVROLET DEALERS
Some comments have been received concerning rear disc brake moan on F cars with J-65 rear disc brakes. This moan is more noticeable when backing
up and turning with the brake slightly applied. A revised caliper mounting plate has been released for production after the following breakpoints:
VIN
OPTIONS
KL 172347
G80 J65
KL 171732
J65
KL 171626
G80 GM3 MK3
If this condition is experienced on a vehicle built prior to these VINs, a new caliper mounting plate is now available from service. The brake pads should
also be replaced and the park brake cable tension properly adjusted.
Figure 1 - New Backing Plate
