Brush Holder

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Check brush holder for brush movement problems, distortion, and dirt on sliding surface.
Clean or correct brush holder if necessary.
Check for continuity between insulated brush (positive (+) side) and grounded brush (negative (-) side).
It there is continuity, replace brush holder.

Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between Insulated Brush (Positive Side) And Grounded Brush (Negative Side)
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.