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: Jacking positions ,vehicle lift (2 supports),safety stands (rigid rack)
positions
Jacking Positions
Warning
Improperly jacking a vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle can slip
off the jack and cause serious injury. Use only the correct front and rear
jacking points and block the wheels.
Use safety stands to support the vehicle after it has been lifted.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Car-navigation unit removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the glove compartment.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Car-navigation Unit Installation Note
Insert the car-navigation unit bracket into the dashboard member hole, and
with the c ...