BBB Industries 17597 Starter
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 REMAN STARTER

BBB Industries 17597 Starter

Brand BBB Industries 17597
Power Rating 1.4
Design Permanent magnet gear reduction
Mounting Bolts Included No
Mounting Shims Included No
Nose Cone Type Closed
Number Of Pinion Teeth 11
OE Manufacturer Mitsubishi
Overcrank Protection No
Rotation Direction Clockwise
Solenoid Attached Yes
Starter Drive Included Yes
Voltage (V) 12
Product line REMAN STARTER
Fits Mazda · 6 vehicles

Remanufactured unit. Built as a reman starter for direct replacement service.

Gear reduction design. Permanent magnet construction supports efficient cranking performance.

OE reference match. Uses Mitsubishi as the original equipment manufacturer reference.

Cross-references LF8J-18-400B, M0T33271 and M000T33271 for the same application. See all 3.

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Starter Overview

This BBB Industries reman starter, part number 17597, is built for select Mazda compact applications with a 12-volt permanent magnet gear reduction design. It is a direct-fit electrical replacement for vehicles that use the specified Mitsubishi OE configuration.

Key Features

  • Permanent magnet gear reduction design for efficient cranking performance.
  • 12-volt starter with clockwise rotation.
  • Closed nose cone construction.
  • Solenoid attached and starter drive included.
  • 11-tooth pinion configuration.
  • OE manufacturer reference: Mitsubishi.

Fitment Details

  • Fits 2012 Mazda 3, N/A. Notes: To 07/01/2012; reman starter.
  • Fits 2012 Mazda 3 Sport, N/A. Notes: To 07/01/2012; reman starter.
  • Fits 2010-2011 Mazda 3, N/A. Notes: reman starter.
  • Fits 2010-2011 Mazda 3 Sport, N/A. Notes: reman starter.

What It Is Used For

  • Replacing a starter that no longer engages reliably.
  • Addressing slow or inconsistent engine cranking.
  • Restoring starting performance after electrical starter wear.
  • Correcting drive or solenoid-related starter failure.

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle build date before ordering, since 2012 fitment is limited to units built through 07/01/2012. Confirm the clockwise rotation, 11-tooth pinion, and Mitsubishi OE reference against the original starter before installation. This part cross-references Mitsubishi and BBB Industries applications (e.g., LF8J-18-400B, M0T33271) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactured starters are built to match the specified OE configuration for the listed Mazda applications. Part number 17597 is identified for the exact fitment shown above.

Related reading

This part fits 6 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersNotes
2012Mazda32.0LL4To 07/01/2012; REMAN STARTER
2012Mazda3 Sport2.0LL4To 07/01/2012; REMAN STARTER
2011Mazda32.0LL4REMAN STARTER
2011Mazda3 Sport2.0LL4REMAN STARTER
2010Mazda32.0LL4REMAN STARTER
2010Mazda3 Sport2.0LL4REMAN STARTER
Directly replaces or cross-references 3 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
LF8J-18-400BM0T33271M000T33271