Kia Soul: Alternator Inspection - Charging System - Engine Electrical SystemKia Soul: Alternator Inspection

Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Service Manual / Engine Electrical System / Charging System / Alternator Inspection

[Rotor]
1.
Check that there is continuity between the slip rings (C).

2.
Check that there is no continuity between the slip rings and the rotor (B) or rotor shaft (A).
3.
If the rotor fails either continuity check, replace the alternator.
[Stator]
1.
Check that there is continuity between each pair of leads (A).

2.
Check that there is no continuity between each lead and the coil core.
3.
If the coil fails either continuity check, replace the alternator.
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    1. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly.    • ...

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