Generator Inner Parts: Brush

1999 Mazda 626 ES, 2.5 D, StandardSECTION Brush
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  1. Inspect brushes for wear.
    • If any brush is worn almost to or beyond the limit, replace all of the brushes.

    Standard 

    1. 22.5 mm {0.89 in} 

    Minimum 

    1. 5.0 mm {0.20 in} 
    Fig 1: Inspecting Brushes For Wear
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