Stator Test

Using an ohmmeter, check stator leads for continuity. Perform STEP 1. See Fig 1. If continuity does not exist between stator leads, replace stator.
Check for continuity between stator leads and stator core. Perform STEP 2. See Fig 1. If continuity exists, replace stator.

Fig 1: Testing Alternator Stator (Tpical)

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