1997 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 260
1997 Pontiac Grand Am Manual
Page 260 highlights
Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly Your Pontiac has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. applied. This does not mean something is wrong with Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a your brakes. high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn See "Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance Inspection" in and new pads are needed. Thesound may come and go or Section 7 of this manual under Part C "Periodic be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when Maintenance Inspections." you are pushing onthe brake pedal firmly). Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications. Brake Wear The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won't work well. That could lead to an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. I NOTICE: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could resultin costly brakerepair. Your rear drum brakes don't have wear indicators, but if you ever hear arear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected. Also, the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing. When youhave the front brake pads replaced, have the rear brakes inspected, too. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. See "Brake System Inspection" in Section 7 of this manual under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections". 6-33