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), standard measurement is .69" (17.5 mm). Minimum measurement is .47" (12 mm).
On Swift GT (M/T) and all other Swift models with reduction type starters, minimum measurement is .35" (9. mm). On Swift models with conventional type starters, minimum measurement is .42" (10.7 mm). If less than minimum, replace brushes.