1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 275

Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied lightly or Your Chevrolet has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. applied. This does not mean somethingis wrong with Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a your brakes. high-pitched waming sound when the brake pads are worn See "CaliperKnuckle Maintenance Inspection" in and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or Section 7 of this manual under Part "Periodic C be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when Maintenance Inspections." you are pushing on the brake pedal i i y ) . f Properly torqued wheel nuts necessary to help are prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in t 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. Your rear drum brakes don't have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have rear the brake linings inspected. 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 brake inspected, too. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. See "Brake System Inspection" in Section7 of this manual under Part "Periodic C Maintenance Inspections.'' NOTICE: ~ ~~~ Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair.