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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 {0.08 in}  .
    • If not within specification, replace the brush spring.

      Generator brush spring force 

      Standard: 4.1-5.3 N {0.42-0.54 kgf, 1.0-1.1 lbf} 

      Minimum; 1.7 N {0.17 kgf, 0.38 lbf} 

      Fig 1: Measuring Force Of Brush Spring Using Spring Pressure Gauge
      G09074501Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.