Kia Optima: Inspection
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1. |
Check that there is continuity between the slip rings
(C).
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2. |
Check that there is no continuity between the slip
rings and the rotor (B) or rotor shaft (A). |
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3. |
If the rotor fails either continuity check, replace
the alternator. |
Inspect Stator
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1. |
Check that there is continuity between each pair
of leads (A).
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2. |
Check that there is no continuity between each lead
and the coil core. |
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3. |
If the coil fails either continuity check, replace
the alternator. |
1.
Remove the alternator cover (A) using a screw driver
after loosening the nuts (B).
2.
Remove the slip ring guide (A) and then loosen the
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Description
1.
The maintenance-free battery is, as the name implies,
totally maintenance free and has no removable battery cell caps.
2.
Water never nee ...
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Disassembly
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