CL L4-2254cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1998)
Standard (New): 28.0 - 28.1 mm
Service Limit: 27.5 mm
3. Measure the commutator runout.
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If the commutator runout is within the service limit, check the commutator for carbon dust or brass chips between the segments.
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If the commutator runout is not within the service limit, replace the armature.
Armature Inspection And Test
Commutator Runout:
Standard (New): 0.0 - 0.02 mm
Service Limit: 0.05 mm
4. Check the mica depth. If necessary, undercut the mica with a hacksaw blade to achieve proper depth. If the service limit cannot be maintained,
replace the armature.
Armature Inspection And Test
Commutator Mica Depth
Manual Transmission
Standard (New): 0.5 - 0.8 mm
Service Limit: 0.2 mm
Automatic Transmission
Standard (New): 0.4 - 0.5 mm
Service Limit: 0.15 mm
Armature Inspection And Test
5. Check for continuity between the segments of the commutator. If an open circuit exists between any segments, replace the armature.