Yes, you can do this on the MAX. You can move the start switches to GRD and the start levers to IDLE immediately. The LEAP engine will continue to motor as normal. The engine valve opens when the start levers are moved to idle, but the spar valve remains closed until the TCMA and EOS tests are complete. Fuel is only introduced after the motoring indication disappears. It's automatic as in the Airbus (ignition - start, master switch - on).