Chevrolet Archives - Brake & Front End
Mevotech Releases 154 Chassis & Control Arm Part Numbers

Mevotech says the parts feature X-Factor design and material upgrades for higher durability and a longer service life.

Brake Job: 2011-2015 Chevy Volt

Everything you need to know to complete your next Chevy Volt brake job is right here.

Brake Job: 2014-Current GM Full-Sized Trucks

There are three brake packages for the GMTK2.

Brake Job: 2015-Current Chevrolet Camaro

GM’s Alpha platform is a rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive platform used for the sixth-generation Camaro. This generation includes a variety of engines, ranging from a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder to a 6.2L supercharged V8. With this wide range of powertrains, the brake systems technicians may encounter can vary depending on what is under the hood.

Brake Job: 2015-Current Chevy Trax, Buick Encore

The Chevy Trax and Buick Encore are considered sub-compact crossovers based on a car platform. The platform GM chose was the Gamma platform used for the Aveo and Sonic.

GM Tech Tip: Uneven Brake Wear

During a brake inspection, some complaints of uneven front brake pad wear have been reported. The vehicle may have low mileage, typically around 10K miles. The inner pad on either the front left or right side may be worn out.

Brake Service: 2008-2017 Chevrolet Traverse, Saturn Outlook, GMC Acadia And Buick Enclave

The 2008-2017 Chevrolet Traverse, Saturn Outlook, GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave represent a large portion of GM. These vehicles can be front- or all-wheel drive. All models have the same rear disc brake setup with the parking brake in the hat of the rotor. All Lambda platform vehicles incorporate Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) ABS and Stabilitrak electronic stability control.

Alignment Specs: 2011-2015 Chevy Cruze

The Chevy Cruze debuted as the replacement for the Cobalt. On the outside and under the hood, the Cruze is a big upgrade from the Cobalt. Underneath, however, the two cars have similar setups. In the six years the Cruze has been on the road, it has proven to be a reliable vehicle for the most part, but it has had some suspension issues.

Alignment Specs: Buick LaCrosse, Chevy Impala And Pontiac Grand Prix

The 2004-’13 GM W-Platform represents the evolution of the GM mid/full-sized front-wheel-drive car. The W-Platform includes best sellers like the 2004-’13 Chevy Impala, 2006-’07 Chevy Monte Carlo, 2004-’08 Pontiac Grand Prix and 2005-’09 Buick LaCrosse. These are “bread and butter” vehicles for every shop. This generation of vehicles is solid and easy to work on. Gone are the quirks of previous generations.

GM’s New Corvette ZR1 Features Brembo Brakes

Brembo brakes also are featured on the Corvette Z06, Corvette Grand Sport and Corvette Stingray.

Tech Tip: GM Squeaky Rear Springs On Silverado, Colorado, Express And Savanna

The driver may complain of a squeaking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. While squeaking is a normal operating characteristic of all weak springs under certain conditions, the frequency and severity of the noise will be present no matter what type of road conditions exist.

2011-2015 Chevy Cruze Alignment: Are You Calibrating The Steering Angle Sensor?

The Chevy Cruze debuted as the replacement for the Cobalt. On the outside and under the hood, the Cruze is a big upgrade from the Cobalt. Underneath, however, the two cars have similar setups. In the six years, the Cruze has been on the road, it has proven to be a reliable vehicle for the most part, but it has had some suspension issues.