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Alternator Brush Inspection

  1. Measure the length of both brushes with a vernier caliper.
    • If either brush is shorter than the service limit, replace the brushes.
    • Alternator Brush Length 

      Standard (New): 23 mm (0.91 in.) 

      Service Limit: 18 mm (0.71 in.) 

      Fig 1: Measuring Length Of Both Brushes With Vernier Caliper
      G05952337Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Unsolder the brush leads from the voltage regulator/brush holder assembly with a 100 W soldering iron (A), then replace the brushes.
    Fig 2: Identifying Soldering Iron
    G05952338Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.