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: Sas unit removal/installation
Warning
Handling the SAS unit improperly can accidentally deploy the air
bag modules and pre-tensioner seat belt, which may seriously injure you.
Read AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the SAS unit. (See
SERVICE WARNINGS.)
Caution
When replacing the SAS unit, config ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front door key cylinder removal/installation
1. Remove the front door unit.
2. Remove the cover, then remove the bolt.
3. For protector-equipped vehicles, pull out the protector tab from the latch
and remove the protector.
4. Disconnect the rod.
5. Remove the front outer handle.
6. Turn the key cylinder in the direction indicated by ...