Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 371

Fig. 16: Checking Continuity Between Commutator, Armature Coil Core And Armature Shaft 
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BRUSH HOLDER TEST 

1. Using an ohmmeter, check that there is no continuity between positive brush (A) and negative brush (B). 

If there is continuity, replace the brush holder assembly. See Fig. 17 .  

2. Measure the brush length. If it is not within the service limit, replace the brush holder assembly. See Fig. 

18 . See STARTER SPECIFICATIONS . 

 

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Fig. 17: Identifying Brush Holders 
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Fig. 18: Measuring Brush Length 
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OVERRUNNING CLUTCH TEST 

1. While holding the drive gear (A), turn the gear shaft (B) clockwise. See Fig. 19 . Check that the drive 

gear comes out to the other end. If the drive gear does not move smoothly, replace the gear cover 
assembly.  

2. While holding the drive gear, turn the gear shaft counterclockwise. The gear shaft should rotate freely. If 

the gear shaft does not rotate smoothly, replace the gear cover assembly.  

3. If the starter drive gear is worn or damaged, replace the overrunning clutch assembly; the gear is not 

available separately. Check the condition of the torque converter ring gear to see if the teeth are damaged. 

 

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Fig. 19: Inspecting Overrunning Clutch 
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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION 

STARTER 

Removal 

1. Ensure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, write down the frequencies 

for the radio's preset buttons.  

2. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Disconnect the positive cable.  

3. Remove the intake manifold cover. See Fig. 20 .  

4. Disconnect the starter cable (A) from the "B" terminal. Disconnect the Black/White wire (B) from the "S" 

terminal.  

5. Remove the harness clamp (C). See Fig. 21 .  

6. Remove the harness holder (D).  

 

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