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Ford ES — Testing for Open or Shorted Winding

For the Ford ES.

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Procedure

  1. 1. Remove rotor: leads F1+ and F2- from rotating
  2. 2. Using ohmmeter, check resistance between F1
  3. 3. Replace defective rotor with new, identical part if

Specs & torque values

  • Using an ohmmeter set at R x 100, test each stator
  • one megohm indicates a ground.
  • OHMS @ 20°C (68°F)

Source: manual:0900-0335_Service Manual Ford Engine Detector I1_198207.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.