No-load Test

1. Verify that the battery is fully charged. (See BATTERY INSPECTION ).
2. Connect the starter, battery, and a tester as shown in the figure below.
   Fig 1: Starter Circuit Diagram

   Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
3. Operate the starter and verify that it rotates smoothly.
   • If the starter does not rotate smoothly, inspect the starter unit.
4. Measure the voltage and current while the starter is operating.

• If not within specification, replace the starter. (See STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

Starter no-load test voltage 

11 V

Starter no-load test current 

90 A or less