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Bench Testing: Diode

  1. Adjust ohmmeter to the x1 scale. Remove rectifier assembly from alternator. Place ohmmeter probe on terminal bolt. Touch remaining probe on each of 3 stator lead terminals. Note ohmmeter reading. Reverse probes and repeat test.
  2. Diodes should show a reading of approximately 6 ohms in one direction, and infinite readings with probes reversed. Repeat test for remaining set of diodes using other terminal bolt. Replace rectifier assembly if readings are not within specification.