Will not turn over just one click

Tiny
TARE318
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  • 2003 KIA OPTIMA
  • 170,000 MILES
It won't crank over when I turn the key it just clicks one time. Just bought a battery and still just clicks once.
Friday, February 8th, 2019 AT 8:10 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 109,700 POSTS
Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros.

Make sure the battery terminals are clean and tight. If they are, I suspect the starter is bad. Here is a link that shows how to check a starter. Take a look through it and if possible, try the test indicated in this link:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair

If you can't test it, then I suggest removing it and having it bench tested at a parts store. Here are directions for removal and replacement of a starter:

Before removing a starter, make sure the battery is disconnected.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

I attached a picture which indicates the starter location.

Do this and let me know the results or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

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Friday, February 8th, 2019 AT 9:20 PM

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