Final Faucet Test and Secondary Problem Identification

What happens here

Once the faucet is fully reassembled, turn the hot water supply back on (if previously turned off) and test the faucet for full functionality. Operate the hot water handle to confirm that the leak is completely stopped. However, observe if the hot water flow is adequate. In this case, the flow was significantly reduced, indicating a new problem beyond the stem replacement itself.

Goal: Confirm leak is fixed and identify any new issues.