Hummer H2. Manual - part 780

Fig. 2: Measuring Rotor Thickness 
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP. 

BRAKE ROTOR SURFACE & WEAR INSPECTION

 

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1. If the inboard friction surface of the brake rotor is not accessible, reposition and support the caliper with 

the brake pads. See BRAKE PADS under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.  

2. Clean the friction surfaces of the brake rotor with denatured alcohol, or an equivalent approved brake 

cleaner.  

3. Inspect the friction surfaces of the brake rotor for the following braking surface conditions: 

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Heavy rust and/or pitting Light surface rust can be removed with an abrasive disc. Heavy surface 
rust and/or pitting must be removed by refinishing the rotor. See BRAKE ROTOR 
REFINISHING under OVERHAUL.  

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Cracks and/or heat spots.  

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Excessive blueing discoloration.  

4. If the friction surfaces of the brake rotor exhibit one or more of the braking surface conditions, the rotor 

requires refinishing or replacement.  

5. Using a micrometer, measure and record the scoring depth of any grooves present on the rotor friction 

surfaces. See Fig. 3 .  

6. Compare the lowest thickness measurement recorded to the rotor minimum allowable thickness after 

refinishing and the rotor discard thickness specifications. See DISC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS .  

7. If the brake rotor scoring depth exceeds the specification, or if an excessive amount of scoring is present, 

the rotor requires refinishing or replacement. See BRAKE ROTOR under REMOVAL & 
INSTALLATION.  

WARNING:

Avoid grinding brake linings, sanding brake linings or cleaning wheel 
brake parts with a dry brush or with compressed air, when servicing 
wheel brake parts. Some models or aftermarket brake parts may contain 
asbestos fibers which can become airborne in dust. Breathing dust with 
asbestos fibers may cause serious bodily harm. Use a water-dampened 
cloth in order to remove any dust on brake parts. Equipment is available 
commercially in order to perform this washing function. These wet 
methods prevent fibers from becoming airborne. 

 

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Fig. 3: Measuring Rotor Runout 
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP. 

BRAKE CALIPER INSPECTION 

 

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1. Inspect the brake caliper housing for cracks, excess wear, and/or damage. If any of these conditions are 

present, the brake caliper requires replacement. See BRAKE CALIPER under REMOVAL & 
INSTALLATION.  

2. Inspect the caliper piston dust boot seal for cracks, tears, cuts, deterioration and/or improper seating in the 

caliper body. See Fig. 4 . If any of these conditions are present, the brake caliper requires overhaul or 
replacement. 

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For overhaul, see BRAKE CALIPER under OVERHAUL.  

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For replacement, see BRAKE CALIPER under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.  

3. Inspect for brake fluid leakage around the caliper piston dust boot seal and on the disc brake pads. If there 

is any evidence of brake fluid leakage, the brake caliper requires overhaul or replacement. 

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For overhaul, see BRAKE CALIPER under OVERHAUL.  

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For replacement, see BRAKE CALIPER under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.  

4. Inspect for smooth and complete travel of the caliper piston, or pistons, into the caliper bore, or bores. 

The movement of a caliper piston into a caliper bore should be smooth and even. 

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For single piston caliper applications, insert a discarded inner brake pad or block of wood in front 
of the piston. Using a large C-clamp installed over the body of the caliper and against the brake pad 
or block of wood, slowly bottom the piston in the bore. See Fig. 4 .  

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For dual piston caliper applications, insert a discarded inner brake pad or block of wood in front of 
the pistons. Using 2 large C-clamps installed over the body of the caliper and against the brake pad 
or block of wood, slowly bottom the pistons evenly into the bores.  

5. If a caliper piston is frozen or difficult to bottom, the caliper requires overhaul or replacement. 

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For overhaul, see BRAKE CALIPER under OVERHAUL.  

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For replacement, see BRAKE CALIPER under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. 

WARNING:

Avoid grinding brake linings, sanding brake linings or cleaning wheel 
brake parts with a dry brush or with compressed air, when servicing 
wheel brake parts. Some models or aftermarket brake parts may contain 
asbestos fibers which can become airborne in dust. Breathing dust with 
asbestos fibers may cause serious bodily harm. Use a water-dampened 
cloth in order to remove any dust on brake parts. Equipment is available 
commercially in order to perform this washing function. These wet 
methods prevent fibers from becoming airborne. 

WARNING:

Brake fluid may irritate eyes and skin. In case of eye contact, rinse 
thoroughly with water. In case of skin contact, wash with soap and water. 
If ingested, consult a physician immediately. 

 

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