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: Front Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor
Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification sensor
as a part of the supplemental restraint system. This sensor is equipped in the front
passenger's seat cushion. This sensor measures the electrostatic capacity of the
front passenger's seat. The SAS unit is designed ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Generator inspection
Generator Warning Light
1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
Charge if necessary.
2. Verify that the drive belt deflection/tension is correct. (See DRIVE BELT
INSPECTION.)
If not as specified, replace the drive belt.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON and verify that the gene ...