x MazDA

hey guys pretty sure that my starter went today in my o4 but i just need to know the location to see if maybe something has come loose or if it needs to be repalced...thnx Cory

Easy_E1

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Why do you think the starter has gone bad?

x MazDA

my car had problems starting this morning, i would turn the key and nothing, did it 3 more times before it even turned over so i left it home. i tried starting it again and it did it after 6 times but the alternator read 14.5v so i ruled that out, now it wont start at all though and it just clicks when i turn the key, there is not even an engine roll over

Easy_E1

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Have you tried cleaning the battery terminals and cable connections?

x MazDA

yeah i wire brushed them both, the connection from the battery is strong i have full power to lights, music, and all neon tubes pull from it just fine thats why i think its the starter

Easy_E1

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Just because you have power to the lights does not mean the battery has enough amperage to turn the engine over. I would pull the battery and take it to Autozone and have them do a load test on it. Just to make sure that is not the issue.

dannobre

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Check the starter connector....drivers side, front lower corner of tranny

tubingchamp

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Did you check your plugs to see if you fouled them or flooded?

dannobre

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Doesn't sound like it's cranking.....

Flooding could be next

x MazDA

no i havent checked the plugs yet how would i go about checking them?? i wouldnt even know what to look for

Jon316G

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I would start with the basics and the easiest...
Like Easy_E1 mentioned, remove the battery and let AutoZone test it.
Then go from there if the battery tests OK.

x MazDA

ok thanks guys ill get back to ya if its the battery ill be mad i just got it in october

x MazDA

hey Jon316G off topic but if i normally run a 5w20 oil when i do my next oil change would my car be fine if i started using a 5w30 oil??

Jon316G

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Yes... you are fine to switch to 5w30.
Please search with any questions oil related.
Many threads and discussions on this topic and the mods tend to close threads to avoid another oil debate.