REAR BRAKES FREEZE-UP INSTALL NEW BRAKE SHOES
SUBJECT: REAR BRAKE FREEZE-UP (INSTALL NEW BRAKE SHOES)
VEHICLES AFFECTED: 1992-93 "U" VAN
CONDITION:
The ABS light may come on and one or both of the rear wheels will not turn after being parked during cold weather.
CAUSE:
When the rear brake shoes are damp and the temperature is 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) or lower, the rear brake shoes may temporarily freeze to the brake drums. This condition may be the result of moisture intrusion from a car wash, freezing rain, or heavy slush, and then parking the vehicle before the brakes have dried out.
CORRECTION:
Replace the rear brake shoes with the P/N listed below. The new shoes have a lower metallic content and will more easily free up from the brake drum.
92 Vehicles Only:
Seal the hole where the park brake cable goes through the backing plate with GM RTV sealant P/N 12345739 or equivalent. (1993 vehicles have a grommet around the cable.)
NOTE: These pads should only be used for customers who periodically experience this rear brake freeze-up. DO NOT USE AS A GENERAL REPLACEMENT PART.
Clear any stored ABS codes using a TECH 1. Codes set with the condition are 23, 24 and/or 31.
PARTS:
Brake Shoes: GM Canada Dealers #18019287 NAES Dealers #12510017 Sealant: #12345739
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
For vehicles repaired under warranty use:
Labour Time: 1.2 Hr.
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