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Denso 281-6018 Starter
| Brand | Denso 281-6018 |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12.0 |
| Family | Valeo oe |
| Power Rating | 1.2 |
| Starter Rotation | Clockwise |
| Product line | New Starter |
| Fits | Kia · 17 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Bench-tested for factory-original performance.
Remanufactured starter. A value-focused choice that recycles usable materials.
12-volt design. Built for reliable starting performance.
Cross-references ACDelco 336-1177, BBB Industries 17132 and BBB Industries N17132 for the same application. See all 22.
Denso New Starter for Kia Applications
The Denso New Starter 281-6018 is a 12-volt, clockwise-rotation starter built for select Kia vehicles, including the Spectra, Sportage, and Sephia. With a 1.2 kW power rating, it is specified for dependable cranking performance in everyday driving and cold-start conditions.
Key Features
- 12.0V starter with clockwise rotation
- 1.2 kW power rating for strong cranking output
- New starter design for select Kia Spectra, Sportage, and Sephia applications
- High-voltage tested armature and field coils
- Premium copper terminals for consistent electrical current flow
- All-new bearings, brushes, and seals
Product Details
Denso 281-6018 is part of the New Starter line, a product family focused on OE-style starting performance and precise fitment. Denso’s starter engineering draws on long-term OE supply experience, and this unit is built with tested internal components, refinished commutators, and replaced copper terminals and fasteners to support reliable operation. It is a direct-fit starter for 2002-2004 Kia Spectra, 1996-2002 Kia Sportage, 1998-2001 Kia Sephia, and 1995-1997 Kia Sephia with PMGR starter configuration. This part cross-references Bosch SR4193X for the same application.
Common Starting Problems It Can Address
- Slow or weak engine cranking
- No-start condition caused by starter failure
- Intermittent starter engagement
- Electrical wear in the starter motor assembly
- Cold-weather starting difficulty
Installation Notes and Fitment
- Fits 2002-2004 Kia Spectra, N/A, 1.2 kW; New Starter
- Fits 1996-2002 Kia Sportage, N/A, 1.2 kW; New Starter
- Fits 1998-2001 Kia Sephia, N/A, 1.2 kW; New Starter
- Fits 1995-1997 Kia Sephia, N/A, w/ PMGR Starter; New Starter
Verify voltage, rotation, and starter configuration before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s original starter style matches the listed Kia Spectra, Kia Sportage, or Kia Sephia application, including the PMGR note where specified.
Quality Assurance
Each starter is bench-tested to confirm factory-original performance expectations. Denso remanufacturing and testing practices are focused on reducing premature returns through component replacement, electrical validation, and final performance checks.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Transmission | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Kia | Spectra | Base | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 2003 | Kia | Spectra | Base | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 2002 | Kia | Spectra | Base | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 2002 | Kia | Sportage | — | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 2001 | Kia | Sephia | — | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 2001 | Kia | Sportage | Base | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 2000 | Kia | Sephia | — | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 2000 | Kia | Sportage | — | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 1999 | Kia | Sephia | — | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 1999 | Kia | Sportage | — | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 1998 | Kia | Sephia | — | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 1998 | Kia | Sportage | Base | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 1997 | Kia | Sephia | — | — | 1.2 kW; w/ PMGR Starter; New Starter |
| 1997 | Kia | Sportage | Base | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 1996 | Kia | Sephia | — | — | 1.2 kW; w/ PMGR Starter; New Starter |
| 1996 | Kia | Sportage | Base | Automatic | 1.2 kW; New Starter |
| 1995 | Kia | Sephia | — | Automatic | 1.2 kW; w/ PMGR Starter; New Starter |
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