Safety Warning
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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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2003SANTA FE BASE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERSBENCH TESTINGBRUSH ASSEMBLY
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Base, Automatic
Brush Assembly
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Base, AutomaticSECTION Brush Assembly
- Ensure brushes slide freely in brush holder. If brushes do not slide freely, check for dirt or contamination. Clean brushes and recheck operation. Replace brushes if brushes still do not slide freely.
- To check brush holder for a short to ground, check continuity between insulated brush holder and grounded brush holder. See Fig 1 . No continuity should exist. Replace brush holder if continuity exists.
- Inspect brushes for cracks. Check brush length. Replace brushes if length is at or beyond limit line. See Fig 2 . See BRUSH REPLACEMENTΒ under OVERHAUL.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.