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Signal Circuit Inspection

  1. Ignition "OFF" & Disconnect Alternator connector.
  2. Ignition "ON".
  3. Measure voltage between Pin No. 1 (COM) terminal of Alternator harness connector and chassis ground.

    Measure voltage between Pin No. 3 (FR) terminal of Alternator harness connector and chassis ground.

    Specification  :

    FR - Approx 12V

    COM - Approx 2.65V (PWM Signal)

    Fig 1: Scantool Display - Alternator Output Voltage
    G12215948Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Ignition "OFF" & Disconnect PCM connector.
  5. Measure resistance between Pin No. 3 (FR) terminal of Alternator harness connector and chassis ground.

    Specification  : ∞

  6. Is the measured value within specification?

    YES 

    NO