Genuine 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Starter

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Starter Parts and Q&A

• Q: What is the primary function of the starter system and what components does it include on 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata?

  A: The main purpose of the Starter is to rotate the engine at a rate pace to trigger the Starter. It contains the battery, starter motor, and starter solenoid with the electrical circuit connecting these two components being mounted on the starter motor. This assembly fits on the top of the engine thus, next to the transmission bellhousing. At the START position, the ignition key is switched and this signals the starter solenoid to be switched on, linking the battery and starter motor, which starts the engine. The starter motor of a car with a manual transmission starts only when a clutch pedal is pressed, whereas in a car with the automatic transmission it starts only when the car transmission selector lever is in the Park or Neutral position. Some precautions involve not overcranking the starter motor to avoid overheating and breaking it, handling the starter carefully to avoid arcing or fire risks, and disconnecting the cable on the negative battery terminal before making any tooling on the Starter.