Fig. 8: Connecting Battery Positive Voltage To Terminal M And Ground Starter Body
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3. Pull out the drive pinion with a screwdriver. Verify that it returns to its original position when released.
If it does not return, repair or replace the starter.
PINION GAP INSPECTION
1. Pull out the drive pinion with the battery positive voltage connected to terminal S and the starter body
grounded.
CAUTION:
Applying power for more than 10 s can damage the starter. Do
not apply power for more than 10s.
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
2007 ENGINE Starting System - MX-5 Miata
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