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Signal Circuit Inspection

  1. IG "OFF" & Disconnect Alternator connector.
  2. IG "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: Display - COM - Approx. 2.65V Screen (PWM Signal)
    G09781429Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. IG "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