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FWGC 17960R Starter
| Brand | FWGC 17960R |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12 |
| Design | Permanent magnet gear reduction |
| Family | Mitsuba |
| Power Rating | 1.7 |
| Starter Rotation | Clockwise (right) |
| Tooth Quantity | 9 |
| Mounting Type | Flange |
| Fits | Acura and Honda · 35 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Built as a direct-fit starter for accurate replacement matching.
Gear reduction design. Permanent magnet construction supports efficient cranking performance.
MITSUBA family. Engineered for modern amp output demands with proprietary processes.
Cross-references BBB Industries 17960, BBB Industries 19009 and Carlson 19082 for the same application. See all 17.
Starter Overview
This 12-volt starter, part number 17960R, is built for vehicles that use a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a clockwise rotation. It is a direct-fit starter for select Acura and Honda applications, including Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Honda Civic, Honda CR-V, Honda Element, and Acura CSX fitments.
Key Features
- 12-volt electrical starter for select charging and starting systems
- Permanent magnet gear reduction design for efficient cranking performance
- Clockwise rotation with 9-tooth engagement
- Flange mounting type for application-specific installation
- Power Select starter line engineered for modern vehicle amp output demands
- Part number 17960R for accurate ordering and replacement matching
Detailed Description
Part number 17960R is a Power Select starter engineered to deliver the amp output required by today’s vehicles. It uses proprietary components and manufacturing processes aimed at extending service life and maintaining consistent performance. The MITSUBA family design, 1.7 power rating, and permanent magnet gear reduction construction make it a fitment-specific replacement for select Acura TSX and Honda applications, including Honda Accord, Honda Civic, Honda CR-V, and Honda Element models listed in the fitment data.
This starter is specified with clockwise rotation, a 9-tooth drive, and flange mounting. Those details matter when matching the replacement to the original unit, especially on Honda Accord and Honda Civic applications where starter configuration must align with the factory setup. Use part number 17960R to confirm the correct replacement before installation.
What It Is Used For
- No-crank or slow-crank starting complaints
- Starter motor failure from worn internal components
- Incorrect rotation or tooth-count mismatch during replacement
- Electrical starting issues on select Acura and Honda vehicles
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify voltage, rotation, tooth count, and mounting style against the original starter before installation. Confirm the application notes for Mitsuba-specific Accord fitments and compare the original unit to part number 17960R to ensure the correct configuration. Clean the mounting surface and inspect the electrical connections before final tightening.
Quality Assurance
Power Select starters are manufactured with proprietary components and processes to support long service life and consistent output. The starter is built to meet the amp demands of modern vehicles and is identified by part number 17960R for accurate replacement matching.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Acura | TSX | 2.4L | L4 | — |
| 2013 | Acura | TSX | 2.4L | L4 | — |
| 2012 | Acura | TSX | 2.4L | L4 | — |
| 2012 | Honda | Accord | 2.4L | L4 | — |
| 2011 | Acura | TSX | 2.4L | L4 | — |
| 2011 | Honda | Accord | 2.4L | L4 | — |
| 2011 | Honda | Civic | 2.0L | L4 | — |
| 2011 | Honda | CR-V | — | — | — |
| 2011 | Honda | Element | — | — | — |
| 2010 | Acura | TSX | 2.4L | L4 | — |
| 2010 | Honda | Accord | 2.4L | L4 | Mitsuba |
| 2010 | Honda | Civic | 2.0L | L4 | — |
| 2010 | Honda | CR-V | — | — | — |
| 2010 | Honda | Element | — | — | — |
| 2009 | Acura | TSX | — | — | — |
| 2009 | Honda | Accord | 2.4L | L4 | Mitsuba |
| 2009 | Honda | Civic | 2.0L | L4 | — |
| 2009 | Honda | CR-V | — | — | — |
| 2009 | Honda | Element | — | — | — |
| 2008 | Acura | CSX | — | — | — |
| 2008 | Acura | TSX | — | — | — |
| 2008 | Honda | Accord | 2.4L | L4 | Mitsuba |
| 2008 | Honda | Civic | 2.0L | L4 | — |
| 2008 | Honda | CR-V | — | — | — |
| 2008 | Honda | Element | — | — | — |
| 2007 | Acura | CSX | — | — | — |
| 2007 | Acura | TSX | — | — | — |
| 2007 | Honda | Accord | 2.4L | L4 | Mitsuba Unit |
| 2007 | Honda | Civic | 2.0L | L4 | — |
| 2007 | Honda | CR-V | — | — | — |
| 2007 | Honda | Element | — | — | — |
| 2006 | Acura | CSX | — | — | — |
| 2006 | Acura | TSX | — | — | — |
| 2006 | Honda | Accord | 2.4L | L4 | Mitsuba Unit |
| 2006 | Honda | Civic | 2.0L | L4 | — |
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