Rotor Slip Ring

2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Rotor Slip Ring
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  1. Check that there is continuity between the slip rings. If there is continuity, go to next step. If there is no continuity, replace the alternator.
  2. Check that there is no continuity between each slip ring and the rotor and the rotor shaft. If there is no continuity, go to STATORΒ  test. If there is continuity, replace the alternator.
Fig 1: Identifying Rotor Components
G96J06030Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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