Kia Optima: Starter
Relay. Repair procedures
Inspection
1. |
Remove the fuse box cover. |
2. |
Remove the starter relay (A).

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3. |
Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuity
between each terminal.
Terminal
|
Continuity
|
30 - 87
|
NO
|
85 - 86
|
YES
|
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4. |
Apply 12V to terminal 85 and ground to terminal 86. Check for continuity between terminals 30 and 87.

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5. |
If there is no continuity, replace the starter relay. |
6. |
Install the starter relay. |
7. |
Install the fuse box cover. |
Armature Inspection
And Test
1.
Remove the starter.
2.
Disassemble the starter as shown at the beginning
of this procedure.
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