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ALTERNATOR (CONT)
Location/Item
Action
Remarks
26. Rectifier
Test diodes with a multimeter. If one is bad,
diodes and
replace the entire positive (+) or negative (-)
suppressor
rectifier diode assembly. Test zener diode in
condenser
suppressor condenser. Replace if diode is bad.
27. Columix
Disconnect columix winding terminals from
windings
rectifier diode assemblies, and test columix
windings for leakage and continuity. Set
multimeter to read resistance on the X1 scale.
Connect multimeter leads to each pair of the
following test points:
Point A to point B
Point A to point C
Point B to point C
Point A to point D
Point B to point D
Point C to point D
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