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2020 KIA FORTE

2.0L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
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P0616moderate severityPowertrain

Starter Motor Relay Circuit Low

on 2020 Kia Forte 2.0L I4 · FWD

What this code means

Low voltage in starter relay circuit.

Symptoms

  • No crank
  • Weak cranking

Common causes

  • Weak battery
  • Corroded connection
  • Wiring issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test voltage at relay
  2. Check connections
  3. Test battery

Repair notes

Repair wiring or replace relay.

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