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Starting System (Lf, L3): Removal & Installation Mazda 3 BL

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STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF, L3]

WARNINGWhen the battery cables are connected, touching the vehicle body with starter terminal B will generate sparks. This can cause personal injury, fire, and damage to the electrical components. Always disconnect the negative battery cable before performing the following operation.

Scheme 40

Scheme 40
  1. Remove the battery cover. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF, L3]»(ref-345206-S36173522052009102000000) .)
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  3. Remove the under cover.
  4. Remove the clutch release cylinder with the pipe still connected. (MTX) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G35M-R]»(ref-345216-S27572314912009102000000) .)
  5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Starter Installation Note

Note. If there is peeling on or damage to the insulator, attach a new insulator using the following procedure. Peel off the insulator from the starter completely using a scraper. Degrease the insulator attachment area. Attach a new insulator to the starter.