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No-load Test

  1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
  2. Connect the starter, battery, and a tester as shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Measuring Voltage And Current While Starter Operating
    G10916490Courtesy 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.

    Starter no-load test voltage 

    • 11 V

    Starter no-load test current 

    • SKYACTIV-G 2.0: 95 A or less
    • SKYACTIV-G 2.5: 90 A or less