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Brushes & Springs

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Acura SLX, 1999 Acura Integra, 1999 Acura 3.5RL, and 1999 Acura 3.2TL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Attach a spring scale to brush spring. Measure tension of spring as spring lifts off brush. If spring tension is not within specification, replace brush holder assembly. See STARTER SPECIFICATIONS  .
  2. Check brush length. If brush length is not within specification, replace brushes. See STARTER SPECIFICATIONS  . If brushes are replaced, wrap No. 600 sandpaper around commutator. Rotate commutator across face of brushes to seat starter brushes.