Bosch SR231X Starter Motor

Bosch SR231X Remanufactured Starter

The Bosch SR231X is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for dependable cranking performance in select Toyota and Lexus applications. It features a 1.6 kW power rating, a counterclockwise rotation, and a solenoid already attached for a direct replacement setup.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Bosch starter for electrical starting system service
• 12-volt design with 1.6 kW power rating
• Counterclockwise starter rotation
• Closed nose design with aluminum nose cone and aluminum finish
• Solenoid attached for simplified replacement
• 2 mounting bolt holes and 13-tooth drive configuration
• Compatible with select Toyota MR2, Camry, Celica, and Lexus ES250/ES300 applications

Product Details

Bosch Starter (Remanufactured) SR231X is part of Bosch Premium Starters, a product line focused on rebuilt starting components that are tested for consistent operation and reliability. This starter is designed for vehicles that require a 12V, counterclockwise unit with a closed nose housing and aluminum construction. The SR231X part number is also referenced in OE-style replacement searches for Toyota MR2 starter, Toyota Camry starter, Toyota Celica starter, Lexus ES250 starter, and Lexus ES300 starter applications.

This part cross-references Bosch OE-style numbers such as 2810003030 and 2810062020 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1991-1995 Toyota MR2, N/A, with 1.6 Kilowatt Starter; Starter (Remanufactured)
• Fits 1991-1995 Toyota MR2, N/A, Starter (Remanufactured)
• Fits 1989 Toyota MR2, N/A, Starter (Remanufactured)
• Fits 1991-1995 Toyota MR2, N/A, with 1.4 Kilowatt Starter; Starter (Remanufactured)
• Fits 1992-1994 Lexus ES300, N/A, Starter (Remanufactured)
• Fits 1992-1994 Toyota Camry, N/A, Starter (Remanufactured)
• Fits 1989-1993 Toyota Celica, N/A, with 1.6 Kilowatt Starter; Starter (Remanufactured)
• Fits 1992-1993 Toyota Celica, N/A, Starter (Remanufactured)
• Fits 1990-1991 Lexus ES250, N/A, with 1.4 Kilowatt Starter; Starter (Remanufactured)
• Fits 1987-1991 Toyota Camry, N/A, with 1.4 Kilowatt Starter; Starter (Remanufactured)
• Fits 1987-1989 Toyota Celica, N/A, with 1.4 Kilowatt Starter; Starter (Remanufactured)
• Fits 1986 Toyota Celica, N/A, with 1.0 Kilowatt Starter; Starter (Remanufactured)

Common Starting System Issues

• Slow or no-crank condition during engine start
• Intermittent starter engagement on Toyota MR2, Camry, or Celica models
• Clicking sound from the starter circuit with no engine turnover
• Worn original starter motor performance in higher-mileage vehicles
• Starting system failure related to a damaged solenoid or drive assembly

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, counterclockwise rotation, 2-bolt mounting, and tooth count. This unit does not include mounting hardware or shims, so reuse or source the correct installation components as needed. Confirm the application against the existing starter and vehicle build details for Toyota MR2, Toyota Camry, Toyota Celica, Lexus ES250, or Lexus ES300 service.

Quality Assurance

Bosch Premium Starters are engineered, assembled, and tested to meet performance and reliability expectations for remanufactured starting components. The SR231X is built as a remanufactured replacement starter for consistent electrical starting service.