Honda 2004 Odyssey Service Manual page 99

Starting System
Starter Overhaul (cont'd)
Starter Brush Inspection
11. Measure the brush length. If it is not within the
service limit, replace the brush holder assembly.
Brush Length
Standard (New): 15.8 16.2 mm (0.62 0.64 in.)
Service Limit: 11.0 mm (0.43 in.)
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Starter Brush Holder Test
12. Check that there is no continuity between the ( )
brush holder (A) and ( ) brush holder (B). If there
is continuity, replace the brush holder assembly.
B
A
13. Insert the brush (A) into the brush holder, and bring
the brush into contact with the commutator, then
attach a spring scale (B) to the spring (C). Measure
the spring tension at the moment the spring lifts off
the brush.
Spring Tension:
15.7 17.7 N (1.6 1.8 kgf, 3.53 3.97 lbf)
A
B
A
B
C