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Starter Removal/Installation: 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.
  1. Remove the battery, battery tray and PCM component. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3 WITH TC] ).
  2. Remove the air cleaner, charge air cooler cover, and air hose and air duct component. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  3. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No. 2. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    Fig 1: Exploded View Of Starter With Torque Specifications
    G07868383Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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