GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Hydraulic Brake Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Brake System Diagnosis

2

Inspect the brake linings for the following conditions:

    • Excessive wear
    • Uneven wear
    • Abuse
    • Glazing
    • Contaminated lining material
    • Incorrect lining material

Refer to Brake Pad Inspection in Disc Brakes.

Do any of the above conditions exist?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Replace the brake linings as necessary. Refer to the appropriate procedure in Disc Brakes:

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 8

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4

Inspect the brake rotors for the following conditions:

    • Hot spots
    • Scored rotor surface
    • Grooved rotor surface

Refer to Brake Rotor Lateral Runout Check .

Do any of the above conditions exist?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 6

5

Resurface or replace the brake rotor as necessary. Refer to the appropriate procedure in Disc Brakes:

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 8

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6

Inspect brake assembly for loose, broken or missing attachments. Refer to Brake Pad Inspection in Disc Brakes.

Are there any loose, broken or missing attachments?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Brake System Diagnosis

7

Repair or replace the components as necessary.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 8

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8

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

did you correct the condition?

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System OK

Go to Step 2