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Inspect 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).
    Fig 1: Identifying Alternator Rotor, Shaft And Slip Rings
    G08806882Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  3. If the rotor fails either continuity check, replace the alternator.