Denso 280-0403 Starter

Denso Reman Starter for Honda and Acura

The Denso 280-0403 reman starter is a 12-volt, 1.8 kW starter built for direct replacement in select Honda and Acura applications. It uses counterclockwise rotation and is part of Denso’s OE-focused reman starter line, making it a practical choice for drivers who need reliable cranking performance in daily use.

Key Features

• 12.0-volt starter with 1.8 power rating
• Counterclockwise starter rotation
• Denso OE family remanufactured starter
• High-voltage tested armature and field coils
• Refinished commutators with performance validation
• New bearings, brushes, and seals
• Premium copper terminals and replaced fasteners

Product Details

Denso reman starters are rebuilt through a controlled test-and-replacement process that focuses on electrical integrity, current transfer, and bench-tested output. The 280-0403 is engineered for vehicles that require a 1.8 kW reman starter, including Honda Pilot, Honda Ridgeline, Honda Accord, Honda Odyssey, Honda Crosstour, Honda Accord Crosstour, Acura TL, and Acura RL applications. If you are replacing a failing starter on a Honda Pilot or Honda Accord, this unit is built to match the OE-style starting system requirements.

This part cross-references Remy 16126 for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter wear
• Intermittent starting from worn brushes or terminals
• Electrical resistance from aged internal components
• Starter noise related to internal bearing wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s starter rotation, voltage, and power rating before installation. Confirm the application against the exact year, make, and model, since this Denso 280-0403 starter is used across multiple Honda and Acura platforms with OE-style fitment. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging-system output during replacement to avoid repeat starter failure.

Quality Assurance

Each remanufactured starter is bench-tested to confirm factory-original performance targets. Denso’s reman process includes testing of armatures and field coils, refinishing of commutators, replacement of wear components, and use of copper terminals for dependable electrical contact. The Denso reman starter line is built from OE supplier experience and is designed to deliver consistent starting performance in hot and cold weather conditions.