Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 2300

STARTING SYSTEM LOCATION INDEX [MZI-3.7]
Fig. 1: Identifying Starter
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STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7]
WARNING:
1. Remove the battery and battery tray. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7] .)
2. Position the selector cable out of the way.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Remove and install all parts when the engine is cold, otherwise they
can cause severe burns or serious injury.
When the battery cables are connected, touching the vehicle body
with starter terminal B will generate sparks. This can cause personal
injury, fire, and damage to the electrical components. Always
disconnect the negative battery cable before performing the
following operation.