Neon L4-2.0L SOHC (1995)
Brake Disc: All Technical Service Bulletins
Front Brakes - Moaning Noises
NO: 05-16-94 Rev. A
GROUP: Brakes
DATE: Jan. 13, 1995
SUBJECT:
Moaning Noise from Front Brakes
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 05-16-94 DATED SEP. 9, 1994 WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM
YOUR FILES. THE PROCEDURE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO REPLACE RATHER THAN REFACE FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS. THE
CHANGES ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS**.
MODELS:
1995 (PL) Neon
**NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 1/3/95 (MDH O1-03-XX) EQUIPPED WITH FOUR (4) STUD HUBS, SALES
CODES BRC AND BRH.**
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
A low frequency moan, growl or a grinding noise that can be heard when stopping during moderate to heavy braking. The sound varies with vehicle
speed and usually occurs when braking above 45 MPH.
DIAGNOSIS:
With the windows closed, radio and the heater/AC system off, road test the vehicle on a smooth road surface and apply the brakes heavily from a speed
above 45 MPH. Avoid skidding the tires. if the noise is heard, proceed with the following repair.
**PARTS REQUIRED:
2
4509715
Disk Brake Rotor**
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
**This bulletin involves replacing the front disc brake rotors with a revised part.**
1.
Remove the disc brake rotors as outlined in the 1995 Neon Service Manual (Publication No. 81-270-5025), Page 5-45.
2.
Install the disc brake rotors as outlined in the Service Manual, Page 546.
NOTE:
REPLACEMENT OF DISC BRAKE PADS IS NOT REQUIRED.
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE: Disc Brake Rotor. Replace. Left Side
Labor Operation No:
05-21-10-91..........................................................................................................................................................................0.3 Hrs.
Disc Brake Rotor. Replace. Right Side
05-21-10-92..........................................................................................................................................................................0.3 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE:
P8 - New Part