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 map light removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front Map Light Removal Note
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the gap between the
headliner and the front map light.
2. Push the hooks to ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: If You Must Use the Front Seat for Children
If you cannot put all children in the rear seat, at least put the smallest children
in the rear and be sure the largest child up front uses the shoulder belt over the
shoulder.
NEVER put a rear-facing child-restraint system on the front passenger seat whether
your vehicle is equipped with a o ...