BBB Industries 17781 Starter Motor

Reman Starter for Volkswagen and Audi

BBB Industries REMAN STARTER 17781 is a 12-volt replacement starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and an attached solenoid. It is engineered for Bosch-based applications and is a direct-fit option for select Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Beetle, Golf City, and Audi TT models.

The BBB Industries REMAN STARTER line focuses on remanufactured starting components for import vehicles, and part number 17781 follows that approach with OE-style fitment and application-specific construction.

• 12V starter for starting-system replacement
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• Solenoid attached for simplified assembly
• 9-tooth pinion
• Counterclockwise rotation
• Open nose cone design
• OE manufacturer reference: Bosch
• Starter drive included

Detailed Product Overview

This BBB Industries starter is specified at 1.1 power rating and is built for vehicles that use a Bosch-style starting system. Part number 17781 is a remanufactured starter assembly with the solenoid attached, making it a practical replacement for worn or failing original units on Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Beetle, Golf City, and Audi TT applications. It cross-references Bosch 0-001-121-006 and 0-001-121-007 for the same application.

Compatible With 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, 2003-2006 Audi TT, 2004-2006 Audi TT Quattro, 1997-2006 Volkswagen Golf, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, and 1999-2005 Volkswagen Jetta. It also covers 2001-2006 Volkswagen Golf standard fitment and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Jetta Bosch unit applications, plus 1996 Volkswagen Golf from 2/1996.

Common Starting Issues It Can Address

• Engine no-crank condition when the starter motor has failed
• Intermittent starting caused by worn internal starter components
• Slow or weak cranking from a deteriorated starter assembly
• Clicking at key-on when the solenoid or drive is no longer operating correctly
• Starting-system faults on Bosch-equipped Volkswagen and Audi vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, engine application, and Bosch-style starter configuration before installation. This unit uses an open nose cone, 9-pinion-tooth drive, and counterclockwise rotation, so matching the original starter specifications is important for proper engagement. Mounting bolts and shims are not included, and overcrank protection is not listed for this part.

For best results, inspect battery condition, cable connections, and the starter circuit before replacing the starter. Confirm that the original application matches the listed fitment for Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Beetle, Golf City, or Audi TT models.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactured starters are built for application-specific replacement use and OE-style fitment. Part number 17781 is remanufactured to match the listed Bosch-based starting system requirements for the covered vehicles.