No-Load Test

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Verify that the battery is fully charged.
Connect the starter, battery, and a tester as shown in the figure.
Operate the starter and verify that it rotates smoothly.
- If the starter does not rotate smoothly, inspect the starter unit.
Measure the voltage and current while the starter is operating.
- If not within the specification, replace the starter.
  
  Fig 1: Testing Starter Circuit
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  
  Starter no load test voltage 11 V
  
  Starter no load test current 90 A or less