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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Base, Automatic
Armature Test
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Base, AutomaticSECTION Armature Test
- To check armature for a grounded circuit, check continuity between commutator and armature coil core. See Fig 1 . No continuity should exist. Replace armature if continuity exists.
- To check for an open circuit, check continuity between individual brush segments at commutator end of armature. See Fig 1 . Continuity should exist between each individual brush segment. Replace armature if no continuity exists on any brush segment.
- Support armature in "V" blocks, with "V" block positioned at each bearing end of armature. Using a dial indicator, check armature runout at center of commutator and at end of armature. See Fig 2 . Replace armature if armature runout exceeds specification. See STARTER SPECIFICATIONS .
- Using caliper, measure commutator outside diameter at center of commutator. See Fig 3 . Replace armature if commutator outside diameter is not within specification. See STARTER SPECIFICATIONS .
- Measure insulator depth between commutator segments. See Fig 4 . Replace armature if insulator depth is not within specification.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.