RATTLE/BUZZ FROM I/P DURING BRAKE APPLY AND RELEASE

MODELS/YEARS 1987-88 FIRENZA, 1989-90 CUTLASS CALAIS AND CUTLASS CIERA MODELS

NOTE: This bulletin cancels and supercedes Oldsmobile Dealer Technical Bulletin 89-T-37 (corp. number 975002) which may be discarded. It is being revised to:

- Change part numbers due to a new noise concern with the 18016299 check valve

- Include 1990 model vehicles

- Include Cutlass Ciera models with any engine (previously just included Cutlass Ciera models with 2.5L - VIN R engines).

On some 1987-90 Firenza, Cutlass Calais and Cutlass Ciera models, customers may comment on a rattle or buzz type noise that seems to come from the instrument panel area in front of the driver. The noise is most likely to occur during brake apply or release, during low speed or parking lot maneuvers.

To repair this condition, install a new brake booster check valve, Part Number 18012017.

Parts are currently available through GMSPO.

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