BBB Industries N17693 Starter

Starter for Honda Civic and Acura EL

BBB Industries NEW STARTER N17693 is a 12-volt replacement starter built with a permanent magnet offset gear reduction design for reliable engine cranking. It includes the solenoid and starter drive, and it is configured with a clockwise rotation and open nose cone for the listed Honda and Acura applications.

Key Features

• 12V starter for electrical, charging, and starting system repair
• Permanent magnet offset gear reduction design
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth pinion
• Open nose cone type
• Solenoid attached
• Starter drive included
• OE manufacturer reference: Mitsuba

Product Details

This BBB Industries NEW STARTER is engineered for direct replacement use on 1997 Acura EL and 1996-1997 Honda Civic applications. The N17693 starter is specified with a 1.4 power rating, 12 volts, and a permanent magnet offset gear reduction layout to match the listed OE-style configuration. If you are searching for a 1996-1997 Honda Civic starter or a 1997 Acura EL starter, N17693 provides the key electrical and mechanical specifications needed for the application.

This part cross-references 31200-P2C-901 and SM422-07 for the same application.

Common Problems This Starter Can Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Intermittent starting caused by starter wear
• Grinding or inconsistent pinion engagement
• Failure of the original solenoid or starter drive assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s OE starter configuration before installation, including rotation direction, pinion tooth count, and nose cone style. Mounting bolts and shims are not included, so reuse or source the correct hardware as needed. Confirm battery condition, cable integrity, and charging system output before replacing the starter to avoid repeat failures.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries NEW STARTER components are built to meet the listed application requirements and OE manufacturer reference for the specified Honda and Acura fitments. Part number N17693 is intended for direct replacement use on the vehicles shown in the fitment data.