Bench Testing: Brushes

2002 Hyundai Accent GL, AutomaticSECTION Brushes
  1. Replace brushes if worn to limit line. See Fig 1 . Replace all brush springs if any springs are damaged or corroded.
  2. To remove brushes from holder, unsolder pigtail from terminal. See Fig 2 . To replace, install brush and spring so that space between limit line and brush holder end is 0.079-0.118" (2.0-3.0 mm), and solder pigtail to brush holder.
Fig 1: Checking Brush Wear Limit
G93B00951Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
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