Section 17 (Starting/Charging Systems (H4SO)): Generator: Inspection: Diode

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CAUTION: Never use a mega tester (measuring use for high voltage) or any other similar measure for this test; otherwise, the diodes may be damaged.

Checking positive diode
Check for continuity between the diode lead and positive side heat sink. The positive diode is in good condition if resistance is 1 Ω or less only in the direction from the diode lead to heat sink.

Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between Diode Lead And Positive Side Heat Sink
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Checking negative diode
Check for continuity between the negative side heat sink and diode lead. The negative diode is in good condition if resistance is 1 Ω or less only in the direction from the heat sink to diode lead.

Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between Negative Side Heat Sink And Diode Lead
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