2001 Subaru Outback Base, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Continuity Test

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Inspect stator coil for continuity between each lead wire (terminal) end . See Fig 1. If no continuity exists (one meg-ohm or more) between individual lead wires (terminals), then the lead wire (terminal) is broken. Replace stator assembly.

Fig 1: Testing Stator Continuity
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