Mazda 6 Service Manual: Starter inspection

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.

• If not, inspect the following.

- 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.

• If not as specified, replace the starter.

Specification