Bench Testing: Stator
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 Subaru Outback and 2000 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Using an ohmmeter, check for continuity between stator core leads. If continuity does not exist between any 2 leads, replace stator. Connect ohmmeter between stator core and each stator lead. If continuity does not exist, stator is okay. If continuity exists, stator is grounded and must be replaced.