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COM Terminal Circuit Inspection

  1. Ignition "OFF"
  2. Refer to "Shop Service Information" and disconnect Alternator connector.
  3. Ignition "ON"
  4. Measure voltage between Pin No. 2 (COM) terminal of Alternator harness connector and chassis ground.

    Specification:  Approx. 0.8V

    Fig 1: Scope Reading
    G00571245Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Is the measured voltage within specification?

    YES 

    NO