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Brush spring

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  1. Measure the force of the brush spring using a spring pressure gauge.
  2. Read the spring pressure gauge at the brush tip projection of 2 mm {0.079 in}.
    • Replace the brush spring if necessary.

    Standard force 

    1. 4.1-5.3 N {0.42-0.54 kgf, 0.92-1.19 lbf} 

    Minimum 

    1. 1.7 N {0.17 kgf, 0.38 lbf} 
    Fig 1: Measuring Force Of Brush Spring Using A Spring Pressure Gauge
    G03699964Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.