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Repair Procedures: Inspection

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  1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Remove the fuse box cover.
  3. Remove the starter relay (A).
    Fig 1: Locating Starter Relay
    G12238525Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Check for continuity between the terminals (30 and 87) using an ohmmeter.
    Terminal Resistance Measure
    30 - 87 1MΩ or higher If there is continuity between the terminals, replace the relay.
    Fig 2: Checking For Continuity Between Terminals (30 And 87) Using Ohmmeter
    G12238526Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Apply 12V to the terminal 85 and ground to the terminal 86 and then check for continuity between the terminals (30 and 87).
    Terminal Resistance Measure
    30 - 87 1Ω or less If there is no continuity between the terminals, replace the relay.
    Fig 3: Checking For Continuity Between Terminals (30 And 87)
    G12238527Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the starter relay.
  7. Install the fuse box cover.
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