Honda CR-V 1997 Service Manual page 61

5. Check the mica depth . If necessary, undercut the
m ica with a hacksaw blade to achieve proper depth.
If the service limit cannot be mainta in ed , replace
the armature.
HIGH
MICA NOT GOOD
Commutator Mica Depth
Standard (New): 0.5 - 0.8 mm (0.02 - 0.03 in)
Service Limit: 0.2 mm (0.008 in)
6. Check for continuity between the segments of the
commutator. If an open circuit exists between any
segments, replace the armature.
COMMUTATOR
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7. Place the armature on an armature tester. Hold a
hacksaw blade on the armature core.
HACKSAW BLADE
ARMATURE
If the blade is attracted to the core or vibrates while
the core is turned , the armature is shorted. Replace
the armature.
8. With an ohmmeter, check that no continuity exists
between the commutator and armature coil core,
and between the commutator and armature shaft. If
there is continuity, replace the armature.
SHAFT
COMMUTATOR
COil CORE
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