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: Power Moonroof Reset Procedure
If the battery is disconnected, the moonroof will not operate. The moonroof will
not operate correctly until it is reset.
Carry out the following procedure to reset the moonroof and resume operation:
1. Switch the ignition ON.
2. Press the tilt switch, to partially tilt open the rear of the moo ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front combination light removal/installation
Caution
Incorrect servicing of the discharge headlights could result in
electrical shock. Before servicing the discharge headlights, always refer to
the Discharge headlight service warnings. (See DISCHARGE HEADLIGHT
SERVICE WARNINGS)
Note
When the ignition switch is turned to ON, ...