BBB Industries N17717 Starter

Starter for Subaru Impreza and Forester

BBB Industries NEW STARTER N17717 is a 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design for reliable engine cranking. It includes the solenoid and starter drive, and it uses a closed nose cone with counterclockwise rotation for the listed Subaru applications.

Compatible with 1997-2003 Subaru Impreza and 1998-2002 Subaru Forester applications, this starter is built around Mitsubishi OE manufacturer specifications. The BBB Industries NEW STARTER line focuses on direct-fit replacement starters for common import applications, including Subaru Impreza and Subaru Forester starting system service.

Key Features

• Part number N17717
• 12-volt starter for starting system replacement
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• Solenoid attached for simplified component matching
• Starter drive included
• Closed nose cone construction
• 8-tooth pinion
• Counterclockwise rotation
• OE manufacturer reference: Mitsubishi

Detailed Description

BBB Industries N17717 is a replacement starter for Subaru vehicles that require a Mitsubishi-style OE configuration. The permanent magnet gear reduction design helps deliver compact packaging and efficient cranking performance, while the attached solenoid and included starter drive support a complete starter assembly replacement. This starter is specified for 12-volt electrical systems and uses an 8-tooth pinion with counterclockwise rotation.

This part cross-references Mitsubishi-style OE numbers such as 23300-AA380 and 23300-AA381 for the same application. If you are servicing a Subaru Impreza starter or a Subaru Forester starter, N17717 provides a direct replacement option for the listed model years.

What It Helps Fix

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Clicking during key start command
• Intermittent starting caused by starter wear
• Starter drive or solenoid-related starting faults

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle uses the listed Mitsubishi OE-style starter configuration before installation.
• Confirm counterclockwise rotation, 12-volt system voltage, and 8-tooth pinion match the original unit.
• Mounting bolts and mounting shims are not included.
• Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging system output before replacing the starter.
• Compare the original starter housing and connector layout to the replacement unit prior to installation.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries NEW STARTER components are built as replacement electrical parts for starting system service and are matched to the listed Subaru Impreza and Subaru Forester applications. Part number N17717 is specified for direct-fit replacement use where the OE configuration calls for a Mitsubishi-style starter.