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Repair Procedures: Inspection

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  1. Remove the fuse box cover.
  2. Remove the starter relay (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Starter Relay
    G07381571Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuity between each terminal.
    CONTINUITY CHART

    Terminal Continuity
    30 - 87 NO
    85 - 86 YES
  4. Apply 12V to terminal 85 and ground to terminal 86.

    Check for continuity between terminals 30 and 87.

    Fig 2: Starter Relay Terminals
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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.
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