Section 9 (Charging System - 1.8L): General: Generator: Inspection: Stator

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Check for continuity between stator coil leads with a circuit tester.
Replace stator if there is no continuity.

Fig 1: Checking For Continuity Between Stator Coil Leads (1 Of 2)
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Fig 2: Checking For Continuity Between Stator Coil Leads (2 Of 2)
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Check for continuity between stator coil leads and core with a circuit tester.
Replace stator if there is continuity.