Assertion: alternator's diode | /r/HasProperty | damaged
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text: Diodes can be damaged when there is an attempt to swap out a battery while the engine is running.
text: Diodes can also be damaged when there is an attempt to jump start a battery, as an excessive surge of power can burn out the diodes on either vehicle.
text: Additionally, diodes can be damaged if a battery charger that is set at a high amperage is connected to a battery in reverse polarity while the battery is still connected to the alternator.