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Hoot Or Squeak Type Noise On Rapid Brake Apply - keywords ABS booster hydraulic intermittent

Subject:Hoot or Squeak Type Noise on Rapid Brake Apply

Models:2004-2006 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade EXT, Escalade ESV
2004-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche, Suburban, Tahoe
2004-2006 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Yukon Denali, Yukon Denali XL
with Active Brake Control (RPO JL4)



PI is being updated to note that this is a normal condition and engineering is not going to address the issue. Please discard PIT3687B.


The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.

Condition/Concern:

Some customers may state that there is a Hoot or Squeak type noise coming from the hydroboost area on a rapid brake apply with the vehicle sitting stationary. When duplicating the concern, the noise can be isolated to brake combination valve. The noise may also be more noticeable during warm weather and may disappear during cold weather.

Recommendation/Instructions:

Please do not replace any parts on the vehicle. engineering has determined this is a normal characteristic of the vehicle.

Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.