Denso 280-0283 Starter

Denso Reman Starter for Toyota Celica and MR2 Spyder

The Denso 280-0283 reman starter is a 12-volt, clockwise-rotation starter built for select Toyota applications. It is engineered for reliable cranking performance in daily driving conditions, including cold starts and hot-weather operation.

Key Features

• 12.0V starter with 1.4 kW power rating
• Clockwise starter rotation
• High-voltage tested armature and field coils
• Refinished commutators with performance validation
• Premium copper terminals for consistent electrical current
• All-new bearings, brushes, and seals

Remanufactured Denso OE Starter Line

Denso’s Reman Starter line is built from OE electrical engineering experience and remanufacturing processes focused on repeatable starting performance. Each unit is bench-tested after remanufacturing, with worn electrical and mechanical components replaced or restored to factory-style operating standards. The result is a reman starter designed for dependable service in Toyota Celica and Toyota MR2 Spyder applications.

This part cross-references Toyota 28100-22060 and Remy 17323 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2000 Toyota Celica, N/A; 1.4 kW; Opt; Reman Starter
• Fits 2002-2005 Toyota Celica, N/A; 1.4 kW; Opt; Reman Starter
• Fits 2000-2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder, N/A; 1.4 kW; Reman Starter

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter wear
• Intermittent starting from worn brushes or terminals
• Voltage loss at the starter connection
• Starting performance issues in cold or hot weather

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, model, and starter rotation before installation. Confirm electrical connections, battery condition, and charging system output to avoid repeat starting issues. Match the application to the listed Toyota Celica and Toyota MR2 Spyder fitment, and compare the removed unit to Denso 280-0283 before mounting.

Quality Assurance

Each remanufactured starter is subjected to testing and component replacement steps that include high-voltage checks, commutator refinishing, replacement of copper terminals and fasteners, and final bench testing for factory-original performance.