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BBB Industries N17721 Starter
Starter for Acura EL and Honda Civic
BBB Industries NEW STARTER N17721 is a 12-volt starter built for 1998-2000 Acura EL and 1998-2000 Honda Civic applications. It uses a permanent magnet offset gear reduction design with an attached solenoid and starter drive for OE-style starting performance.
Key Features
- 12V starter with 1.0 power rating
- Permanent magnet offset gear reduction construction
- Clockwise rotation direction
- Open nose cone design
- 9-tooth pinion gear
- Solenoid attached
- Starter drive included
- OE manufacturer reference: Mitsuba
Product Details
The BBB Industries NEW STARTER line focuses on direct-fit replacement starters for common import applications. Part number N17721 is built for Acura EL and Honda Civic starting systems that use a Mitsuba-style OE layout, with the solenoid and drive assembly integrated for a straightforward replacement. This starter cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 31200-P2A-004, 31200-P2A-014) for the same application.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 1998-2000 Acura EL, N/A
- Fits 1998-2000 Honda Civic, N/A
Common Replacement Reasons
- Engine cranks slowly or inconsistently
- Starter clicks but does not engage
- No-crank condition with a charged battery
- Worn pinion or drive engagement issues
- Electrical failure in the starter assembly
Installation Notes
Verify the original starter matches the 12V, clockwise-rotation, 9-tooth configuration before installation. Mounting bolts and shims are not included, so reuse or source the correct hardware as needed. Confirm electrical connections, mounting surfaces, and OE-style fitment for 1998-2000 Acura EL and 1998-2000 Honda Civic applications.
Quality Assurance
BBB Industries NEW STARTER N17721 is built to match the OE manufacturer reference listed as Mitsuba and is intended as a direct replacement starter for the specified vehicles.
| Brand | BBB Industries |
|---|---|
| Part Number | N17721 |
| Position | NEW STARTER |
| Power Rating | 1.0 |
| Design | Permanent magnet offset gear reduction |
| Mounting Bolts Included | No |
| Mounting Shims Included | No |
| Nose Cone Type | Open |
| Number Of Pinion Teeth | 9 |
| OE Manufacturer | Mitsuba |
| Overcrank Protection | No |
| Rotation Direction | Clockwise |
| Solenoid Attached | Yes |
| Starter Drive Included | Yes |
| Voltage (V) | 12 |
This part fits 14 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Transmission | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Acura | EL | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER | |
| 2000 | Honda | Civic | EX | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER |
| 2000 | Honda | Civic | CX | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER |
| 2000 | Honda | Civic | LX | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER |
| 2000 | Honda | Civic | HX | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER |
| 2000 | Honda | Civic | DX | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER |
| 1999 | Acura | EL | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER | |
| 1999 | Honda | Civic | EX | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER |
| 1999 | Honda | Civic | CX | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER |
| 1999 | Honda | Civic | LX | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER |
| 1999 | Honda | Civic | HX | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER |
| 1999 | Honda | Civic | DX | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER |
| 1998 | Acura | EL | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER | |
| 1998 | Honda | Civic | Manual | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | NEW STARTER |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.