Honda ACCORD HYBRID 2005 Service Manual page 59

Brush Holder Removal
1. Remove the starter (see page 4-12).
2. Disconnect the w i r e f r o m the M t e r m i n a l , and
remove the end cover.
3. Place a 29.4 m m (1.16 in.) outside diameter plastic
pipe on the armature.
Armature Inspection and Test
5. Disassemble the starter as s h o w n at the beginning
of this procedure.
6. Inspect the armature for wear or d a m a g e f r o m
contact w i t h the permanent magnet. If there is wear
or damage, replace the armature.
7. Check the c o m m u t a t o r (A) surface. If the surface is
dirty or burnt, resurface w i t h emery cloth or a lathe
w i t h i n the f o l l o w i n g specifications, or recondition
w i t h # 5 0 0 or # 6 0 0 sandpaper (B).
(cont'd)
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