Caravan FWD V6-3.3L VIN 3 Flex Fuel (2001)
Rear: All Technical Service Bulletins
Brakes - Rear Disc Brake Squeal
NUMBER: 05-007-00
GROUP: Brakes
DATE: Oct. 27, 2000
SUBJECT:
Rear Disc Brake Squeal
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing the disc brake pads OR allowing the vehicle to accumulate 500 miles of normal city driving.
MODELS:
2001
RS
Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR DISC BRAKES (SALES CODES BRE) AND LESS THAN 500 MILES.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Some low mileage vehicles may exhibit a loud squeal sound from the rear disc brakes that is most noticeable when the brakes are lightly applied at lower
speeds.
DIAGNOSIS/REPAIR PROCEDURES:
If the vehicle operator describes the above Symptom/Condition AND the vehicle has less than 500 miles, perform the Repair Procedure. If the vehicle
operator prefers, normal operation of the vehicle in city driving will eliminate the squeal in 500 miles or less.
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
THIS REPAIR IS COMPATIBLE WITH DAIMLERCHRYSLER'S MOBILE SERVICE PROGRAM AND DOES NOT REQUIRE HOISTS OR
OTHER FULL SERVICE FACILITY SPECIAL EQUIPMENT.
1.
Beginning on page 5-15 of the 2001 Town & Country, Caravan and Voyager Service Manual (Publication No.81-370-1005 and available on
MDS2) use the procedures outlined to replace the rear disc brake pads.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
NO:
FAILURE CODE:
