Catera V6-3.0L VIN R (1997)
Brake Caliper: Customer Interest
Brakes - Squeal Noise, New Design Rear Calipers
File In Section: 5 - Brakes
Bulletin No.: 71-50-04
Date: July, 1997
Subject:
Brake Squeal Noise (Replace Rear Brake Calipers)
Models:
1997 Cadillac Catera Prior to VIN Breakpoint VR9O8949
Condition
Some owners may experience a squeal noise from the rear brakes when the brakes are applied. The noise may be most pronounced when braking in
REVERSE and/or when the weather conditions are cold and damp.
Cause
Rear brake pad resonance.
Correction
Replace the rear brake calipers with 2nd design calipers, P/N 90543586-Left and 90543587-Right. Vehicles after VIN Breakpoint VR908949 are already
equipped with 2nd design calipers.