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Old 04-22-2011, 12:14 PM   #14
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Originally Posted by Pete_89T2 View Post
Interesting, had no idea they recalled the starter. Is that something Mazda replaces for free under warranty, or is this recall optional? Good to know info regardless, incase I ever pick up an RX8.
it wasn't a recall, but they do have a bulletin that says to replace the starter if the car has the symptoms (off the top it might be flooding, but i'm not sure). there is also a bigger battery.

the starter takes cranking rpm from 225-250 to like 350, it makes a big difference
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