Civic L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC MFI (2003)
9. Place the armature (A) on an armature tester (B). Hold a hacksaw blade (C) on the armature core. If the blade is attracted to the core or vibrates
while the core is turned, the armature is shorted. Replace the armature.
10. Check with an ohmmeter that no continuity exists between the commutator (A) and armature coil core (B), and between the commutator and
armature shaft (C). If continuity exists, replace the armature.
Starter Brush Inspection
11. Measure the brush length. If it is not within the service limit, replace the armature housing assembly (M/T, CVT), or the brush holder assembly
(A/T).
Starter Field Winding Test (M/T, CVT)