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

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3. |
Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuity
between each terminal.
Terminal
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Continuity
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30 - 87
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NO
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85 - 86
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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. |
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6. |
Install the starter relay. |
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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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Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Using the screwdriver, remove
the side cover (A).
3.
Loosen the mounting screw and
the ...
Adjustment
1.
Check that the waste gate turbo charger is cool enough
to work.
2.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF position.
3.
Connect the diagnosti ...