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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2013MX-5 MIATA GRAND TOURING, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERSTARTING SYSTEM (LF 2.0L)STARTER INSPECTIONNO-LOAD TEST
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic Trans
No-load Test
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic TransSECTION No-load Test
- Verify that the battery is fully charged.
- Connect the starter, battery, and a tester as shown in illustration.
- Operate the starter and verify that it rotates smoothly.
- If the starter does not rotate smoothly, inspect the starter unit.
- Measure the voltage and current while the starter is operating.
- If not within the specification, replace the starter.
Starter no-load test voltage 11 V
Starter no-load test current 90 A or less
- If not within the specification, replace the starter.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.