Generator Assembly: Inspection: Brush

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Measure the length of the protrusion of the brush. Replace the brush if the protrusion length is shorter than the limit.
Limit: 2 mm (0.08 inch) minimum
Unsolder the lead of the brush. The brush will come out, becoming ready for removal.

Fig 1: Identifying Protrusion Length Of Brush
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Install a new brush by pushing it into the holder as shown in the illustration and soldering the lead.

Fig 2: Identifying Solder Position
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