1998 Oldsmobile 88 Owner's Manual - Page 257

Brake Wear Your vehicle hasfront disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake The pads are worn and new pads are needed. sound may come and go or be heard the time your vehicle is all moving (except when you are pushing the brake on pedal firmly). Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are applied or lightly fiist applied. This does not mean something wrong with is your brakes. See "Caliper/Knuckle Maintenance Inspection" in Section 7 of this manual under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." Properly torqued wheel nuts necessary to help are prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake padsfor wear and evenly torque wheel nuts the in GM proper sequence to specifications. Your rear drum brakes don't have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the Also, the rear rear brake linings inspected immediately. brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed rotation or changing. When for you have 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" Section 7 of this in manual under PartC "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." 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 result in costly brake repair. I 6-28