Stator Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check the continuity between the coil lead. If there is no continuity, replace the stator.

Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between Coil Lead
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Check the continuity between the coil and the core. If there is continuity, replace the stator.

Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between Coil And Core
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