Equinox FWD V6-3.4L (2007)
Brake Pad: All Technical Service Bulletins
Brakes - Front Brake Squeal On Initial Applications
Bulletin No.: 07-05-23-001
Date: June 12, 2007
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Front Brake Squeal Noise (Install Front Disc Brake Pad Insulators)
Models:
2007 Chevrolet Equinox
2007 Pontiac Torrent
Condition
Some customers may comment on a squeal noise coming from the front brakes during the first couple of brake applies while driving forward. This
condition will be more prevalent after a cold (near-freezing and below) and damp (favorable for frost, snow or rain) night.
Correction
Install front disc brake pad insulators to both inboard pads using the procedure below. These insulators will clip onto the backing plate of the pad by
three metal clips. Each insulator is specific to the right and left side and are identified by an "R" or "L".
Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder auxiliary reservoir.
If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the
reservoir before proceeding.
If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the midway point
before proceeding.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
Install and firmly hand tighten two wheel nuts to opposite wheel studs in order to retain the rotor to the hub.
Install a large C-clamp over the body of the brake caliper with the C-clamp ends against the rear of the caliper body and against the outboard brake pad.
Tighten the C-clamp evenly until the caliper piston is compressed into the caliper bore enough to allow the caliper to slide past the brake rotor.
Remove the C-clamp from the caliper.
Remove the brake caliper lower guide pin bolt.
