Repair and Diagnosis: Electrical: Starter: Overhaul: Inspection: Brushes

Using a micrometer, measure brushes for wear. On Samurai, standard measurement is .67" (17 mm). Minimum measurement is .45" (11.5 mm). On Sidekick and Swift GT (A/T), and all other Swift models with reduction type starters, standard measurement is .69" (17.5 mm). Minimum measurement is .47" (12 mm).
On Swift GT (M/T) minimum measurement is .35" (9. mm). On all models if less than minimum, replace brushes.