On-vehicle Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Verify that the battery is fully charged.
The starter is normal if it rotates smoothly and without any noise when the engine is cranked.
- If the starter does not operate, inspect the following:
  - Remove the starter, and inspect the starter unit.
  - Inspect the related wiring harnesses, the ignition switch, and the transaxle range switch (ATX).