Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2013MX-5 MIATA GRAND TOURING, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERSTARTING SYSTEM (LF 2.0L)STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONNOTES
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic Trans
Starter Removal/Installation: Notes
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic TransSECTION Notes
WARNING:
- 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.
- Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF] .)
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF] .)
- Remove the side cover. (LH)
- Remove the under cover. (MT) (See TRANSVERSE MEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the clutch release cylinder with the pipes still connected. Position the clutch release cylinder so that it is out of the way. (MT) (See TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the oil filter. (Vehicles with oil cooler) See OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT
- Remove the oil cooler and oil filter adapter component with the water hoses still connected. Position the oil cooler and oil filter adapter component so that it is out of the way. (Vehicles with oil cooler) (See OIL COOLER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
- Remove in the order indicated in the illustration.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Inspect the oil level. (Vehicles with oil cooler) See ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
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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.