Pontiac 2005 Grand Am User Manual download pdf (Page 243)

{CAUTION:

The brake wear warning sound means that soon

your brakes will not work well. That could lead

to an accident. When you hear the brake wear

warning sound, have your vehicle serviced.

Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake

pads could result in costly brake repair.

Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake

squeal when the brakes are ﬁrst applied or lightly

applied. This does not mean something is wrong with

your brakes.

Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help

prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect

brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in

the proper sequence to GM torque speciﬁcations.

If you have rear drum brakes, they do not have wear

indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing

noise, have the rear brake linings inspected immediately.

Also, the rear brake drums should be removed and

inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or

changing. When you have the front brake pads

replaced, have the rear brakes inspected, too.

Brake linings should always be replaced as complete

axle sets.

Brake Pedal Travel

See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to

normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in

pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.

Brake Adjustment

Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc

brakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make a moderate or

heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly.

If you drive in that way, then — very carefully — make a

few moderate brake stops about every 1,000 miles

(1 600 km), so your brakes will adjust properly.

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Pontiac 2005 Grand Am User Manual Page 243