Return test
1. Disconnect the motor wire from terminal M.
2. Connect battery positive voltage to terminal M and ground the starter body.
3. Pull out the drive pinion with a screwdriver. Verify that it returns to its original position when released.
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If it does not return, repair or replace the starter.
Fig. 5: Connecting Battery Positive Voltage To Terminal M And Ground Starter Body
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
PINION GAP INSPECTION
1. Pull out the drive pinion with the battery positive voltage connected to terminal S and the starter body
grounded.
Fig. 6: Pulling Drive Pinion With Battery Positive Voltage Connected To Terminal S And Starter
Body Grounded
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
2. Measure the pinion gap while the drive pinion is extended.
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If not as specified, adjust with an adjustment washer (between drive housing front cover and
CAUTION:
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Applying power for more than 10 s can damage the starter. Do
not apply power for more than 10 s.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 ENGINE Starting System (MZI-3.7) - Mazda CX-9
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