Brush Spring
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Measure the force of the brush spring using a spring pressure gauge.
- Read the spring pressure gauge at the brush tip projection of 2 mm {0.08 in}.
- Replace the brush spring if necessary.
Generator brush spring force
Standard: 4.1-5.3 N {0.42-0.54 kgf, 1.0-1.1 lbf}
Minimum: 1.7 N {0.17 kgf, 0.38 lbf}
Rectifier (Using an analog circuit tester)
- Inspect for continuity of the diodes using an analog circuit tester.
- If not as specified, replace the rectifier.
Specification
RECTIFIER SPECIFICATION CHART
| Negative | Positive | Continuity |
|---|---|---|
| E | P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6 | Yes |
| B | No | |
| P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6 | E | No |
| B | Yes |
Rectifier (Using a digital circuit tester)
- Inspect for continuity of the diodes using a digital circuit tester.
- If not as specified, replace the rectifier.
Specification
RECTIFIER SPECIFICATION CHART
| Negative | Positive | Continuity |
|---|---|---|
| E | P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6 | No |
| B | Yes | |
| P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6 | E | Yes |
| B | No |