On-vehicle Inspection
1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
2. Crank the engine and verify that the starter rotates smoothly without any noise.
- Remove the starter and inspect the magnetic switch and the starter.
- Inspect the related wiring harness and the ignition switch.
No Load Test
1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
2. Connect the starter, battery, voltmeter and ammeter as shown.

3. Operate the starter and verify that it rotates smoothly.
4. Measure the voltage and current while the starter is operating.
Specification

Starter removal/installation
ClutchMazda 6 Service Manual: Fuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's left side
If the electrical system does not work, first inspect the fuses on the vehicle's
left side.
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and other switches are off.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.
3. Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse puller p ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include different types
of air bags. Please verify the different types of air bags which are equipped
on your vehicle by locating the “SRS AIRBAG” location indicators. These indicators
are visible in the area where the air bags are in ...