BBB Industries 17879 Starter Motor

Reman Starter for Jeep TJ, Wrangler, and Grand Cherokee

BBB Industries REMAN STARTER 17879 is a 12-volt remanufactured starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design for reliable engine cranking. It features a Mitsubishi OE manufacturer design, a clockwise rotation, a closed nose cone, and an attached solenoid and starter drive for direct replacement service.

Compatible with 2003-2006 Jeep TJ, 2003-2006 Jeep Wrangler, and 2003-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, this starter is a fitment-based replacement for common Jeep starting-system repairs. The BBB Industries REMAN STARTER line focuses on remanufactured electrical components built to match OE-style application requirements.

Key Features

• Part number 17879 reman starter for Jeep applications
• 12V unit with permanent magnet gear reduction design
• Clockwise rotation with 10-tooth pinion
• Closed nose cone construction
• Solenoid attached and starter drive included
• OE manufacturer reference: Mitsubishi
• No mounting bolts or shims included

Detailed Product Overview

BBB Industries 17879 is engineered as a remanufactured starter for Jeep TJ, Wrangler, and Grand Cherokee models listed in the fitment data. The permanent magnet gear reduction design helps deliver efficient cranking performance, while the 10-tooth pinion and clockwise rotation support proper engagement with the vehicle’s starting system. Because the solenoid is attached and the starter drive is included, this unit is configured as a direct replacement starter assembly for the specified applications.

This part cross-references Mitsubishi-style starter applications, including 56041012AE and M0T91082, for the same application. If you are sourcing a reman starter 17879 for a Jeep Wrangler or Jeep Grand Cherokee starting repair, verify the OE-style match against your original unit before installation.

Common Uses

• Restoring engine cranking on a Jeep TJ with starter failure
• Replacing a worn starter on a Jeep Wrangler that clicks but does not crank
• Addressing intermittent no-start conditions on a Jeep Grand Cherokee
• Correcting slow or weak starter engagement
• Replacing a starter with damaged solenoid or drive components

Installation Notes and Tips

• Confirm 12V electrical system compatibility before installation.
• Compare the original starter’s mounting style, nose cone, rotation, and pinion tooth count.
• Mounting bolts and shims are not included, so reuse or source the correct hardware as needed.
• Inspect battery condition, cables, grounds, and charging-system output during diagnosis.
• Check the flywheel or flexplate for wear if the original starter showed engagement issues.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries remanufactures electrical components to OE-style application standards, and this starter is built around Mitsubishi-based fitment requirements for the listed Jeep vehicles. Part number 17879 is intended for direct replacement use in the confirmed applications.