Kia Sorento: Alternator Inspection
| [Rotor] |
| 1. |
Check that there is continuity between the slip rings (C).
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| 2. |
Check that there is no continuity between the slip rings and the
rotor (B) or rotor shaft (A).
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| 3. |
If the rotor fails either continuity check, replace the alternator.
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| [Stator] |
| 1. |
Check that there is continuity between each pair of leads (A).
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| 2. |
Check that there is no continuity between each lead and the coil
core.
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| 3. |
If the coil fails either continuity check, replace the alternator.
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Alternator Reassembly
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Evaporator Temperature Sensor Description
The evaporator temperature sensor will detect the evaporator core temperature
and interrupt compressor relay power in order to prevent evaporator from freezing
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Good driving practices
Never move the gear shift lever from P (Park) to any other position with
the accelerator pedal depressed.
Never move the gear shift lever into P (Park) when the vehicle is in motion.
Be sure ...