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Brush spring

  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.
      Fig 1: Measuring Force Of Brush Spring Using A Spring Pressure Gauge
      G04562934Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Standard spring force 

    4.8-6.0 N {0.49-0.61 kgf, 1.08-1.34 lbf} Minimum spring force 2.16 N {0.22 kgf, 0.49 lbf}