Part #: N3271

BBB Industries N3271 Starter Motor

NEW STARTER
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Fitment: Ford, Mazda, and Mercury, Ranger, Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, Mustang, B4000, Mountaineer, Explorer Sport, and Aerostar
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BBB Industries N3271 Starter for Ford Applications

BBB Industries NEW STARTER N3271 is a 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design for Ford applications. It features a clockwise rotation, a closed nose cone, and an attached solenoid and starter drive for direct replacement service.

Key Features

  • 12V starter for electrical, charging, and starting system repair
  • Permanent magnet gear reduction design for efficient cranking performance
  • Clockwise rotation with 10-tooth pinion
  • Closed nose cone construction
  • Solenoid attached and starter drive included
  • OE manufacturer reference: Ford
  • Part number: N3271

Product Details

The BBB Industries NEW STARTER line focuses on direct-fit replacement starters for common Ford truck and SUV applications. N3271 is built for vehicles including Ford Ranger, Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, Mustang, Aerostar, Explorer Sport, Mazda B4000, and Mercury Mountaineer. This starter cross-references Ford service numbers such as 4R3T-11000-AA and 6L2T-11000-AA for the same application. Use N3271 when replacing a worn starter on 1997-2011 Ford Ranger, 1998-2010 Ford Explorer, or 2005-2010 Ford Mustang applications.

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
  • Electrical starting failure at the starter assembly

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s original starter configuration before installation, including solenoid terminal style on 1997 Ford Aerostar and 1997 Ford Explorer applications noted with spade or post “S” terminal variations. Mounting bolts and shims are not included. Confirm the 12V system, clockwise rotation, and 10-tooth pinion match the removed unit before installation on Ford Ranger, Explorer, Mustang, or related applications.

Quality Assurance

BBB Industries supplies this NEW STARTER as a replacement electrical starting component for Ford OE-style applications. The design includes the starter drive and attached solenoid to support straightforward replacement of the original starter assembly.

BrandBBB Industries
Part NumberN3271
PositionNEW STARTER
DesignPermanent Magnet Gear Reduction
Mounting Bolts IncludedNo
Mounting Shims IncludedNo
Nose Cone TypeClosed
Number Of Pinion Teeth10
OE ManufacturerFord
Overcrank ProtectionNo
Power Rating1.4
Rotation DirectionClockwise
Solenoid AttachedYes
Starter Drive IncludedYes
Voltage (V)12

This part fits 76 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelTransmissionLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2011FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2010FordExplorer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2010FordExplorer Sport Trac4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2010FordMustangAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2010FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2010MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2010MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2009FordExplorer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2009FordExplorer Sport Trac4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2009FordMustangAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2009FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2009MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2009MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2008FordExplorer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2008FordExplorer Sport Trac4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2008FordMustangAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2008FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2008MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2008MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2007FordExplorer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2007FordExplorer Sport Trac4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2007FordMustangAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2007FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2007MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2007MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2006FordExplorer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2006FordMustangAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2006FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2006MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2006MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2005FordExplorer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2005FordExplorer Sport Trac4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2005FordMustangAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2005FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2005MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2005MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2004FordExplorer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2004FordExplorer Sport Trac4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2004FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2004MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2004MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2003FordExplorer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2003FordExplorer SportAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2003FordExplorer Sport TracAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2003FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2003MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2003MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2002FordExplorerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2002FordExplorer SportAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2002FordExplorer Sport TracAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2002FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2002MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2002MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2001FordExplorerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2001FordExplorer SportAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2001FordExplorer Sport TracAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2001FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2001MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2001MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2000FordExplorerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2000FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2000MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
2000MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
1999FordExplorerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
1999FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
1999MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
1999MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
1998FordExplorerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
1998FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
1998MazdaB4000Automatic4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
1998MercuryMountaineer4.0LV6N/ANEW STARTER
1997FordAerostar4.0LV6N/Aw/Spade "S" Terminal on Solenoid; NEW STARTER
1997FordAerostar4.0LV6N/Aw/Post "S" Terminal on Solenoid; NEW STARTER
1997FordExplorerAutomatic4.0LV6N/Aw/Spade "S" Terminal on Solenoid; NEW STARTER
1997FordExplorerAutomatic4.0LV6N/Aw/Post "S" Terminal on Solenoid; NEW STARTER
1997FordRangerAutomatic4.0LV6N/ANEW 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:

1F82-18-4004R3T-11000-AA4R3T-11000-AB4R3Z-11002-AA6L2T-11000-AA6L2T-11000-CA6L2Z-11002-AA6L2Z-11002-C7R3T-11000-AA7R3Z-11002-AF77U-11000-AAF77Z-11002-AAF89U-11000-BAF89U-11000-BBF89Z-11002-BAZZP2-18-400ZZP2-18-400A

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.