V45 ELECTRIC STARTER BRUSH INSPECTION Remove the starter motor case screws. Inspect the brushes and measure the brush length. Measure brush spring tension with a spring scale. SERVICE LIMITS: Brush length: 6.5 mm (0.26 in) Brush spring tension: 545 g (19.2 oz)BRUSH SPRING BRUSH LENGTH COMMUTATOR COMMUTATOR BAR PAIRS CONTINUITY: NORMAL COMMUTATOR BARS AND ARMATURE SHAFT NON CONTINUITY: NORMAL COMMUTATOR INSPECTION Remove the starter motor case. NOTE: Record the location and number of thrust washers. Inspect the commutator bars for discoloration. Bars discolored in pairs indicate grounded armature coils. NOTE: Do not use emery or sand paper on the commutator. Check for continuity between pairs of commutator bars. Also, make a resistance check between individual commutator bars and the armature shaft. There should be no continuity. 325 Date of Issue: May, 1982 0 HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. 20-3