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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1996SPORTVAN VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 6.5 YREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 83 (CHARGING SYSTEM)BENCH TESTING (CHARGING SYSTEM)ROTOR TEST (CHARGING SYSTEM)CS144 (5.7L "P" SERIES)
1996 Chevrolet Sportvan Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 Y
CS144 (5.7L "P" Series)
1996 Chevrolet Sportvan Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 YSECTION CS144 (5.7L "P" Series)
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- Scribe end frames to facilitate reassembly. Remove through-bolts and separate end frames.
- Using ohmmeter, measure coil resistance between slip rings. See Fig 1. On "P" series, coil resistance should be 2.1-2.4 ohms at 80°F (27°C). On all models, if coil resistance is not as specified, replace rotor.
- Using ohmmeter, check for grounds between either slip ring and rotor pole piece. See Fig 1. Ohmmeter should indicate infinite resistance. If reading is not infinity, replace rotor.
- Resistance readings will vary slightly with winding temperature changes. If generator does not supply rated output and rotor is okay, rectifier bridge, stator or regulator is faulty.
- To reassemble generator, reverse disassembly procedure. Retain brushes with brush retaining pin during reassembly. See Fig 2. Remove retaining pin after tightening through-bolts.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.