Starter; Starting System Diagram; Starting System On-Vehicle Inspection - Mazda 626 MX-6 Workshop Manual

STARTER

STARTING SYSTEM
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Charge the battery fully before starting the following
inspection.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the start position.
2. Check that the starter motor operates.
3. If the starter does not operate, check the voltage
between S terminal and ground using a voltmeter.
4. If the voltage is 8V or more, the starter is mal­
function.
5. If less than 8V, the wiring harness is malfunction.
Caution
If the magnetic switch is hot, it may not func­
tion even though the voltage is standard volt­
age or more.
Note
The cranking speed is greatly affected by the
viscosity of the engine oil.
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