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FWGC 6491R Starter
| Brand | FWGC 6491R |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12 |
| Design | Permanent magnet gear reduction |
| Family | Delco |
| Power Rating | 1.4 |
| Starter Rotation | Clockwise (right) |
| Tooth Quantity | 9 |
| Mounting Type | Pad |
| Fits | Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Saturn · 67 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Delco-family starter with a fit-focused pad-mount design.
Permanent magnet gear reduction. Delivers efficient torque transfer for consistent cranking performance.
12-volt operation. Built for modern starting systems with a 1.4 power rating.
Cross-references Airtex Fuel Pumps 6491, AMS Automotive 6481 and 1457048 for the same application. See all 31.
Starter for GM Applications
This 12-volt starter is built for a range of GM vehicles that use a pad-mount, clockwise-rotation design. Part number 6491R is a Delco-family replacement with a permanent magnet gear reduction layout for dependable cranking performance.
Key Features
- 12-volt electrical design for standard starting systems
- Permanent magnet gear reduction construction for efficient torque delivery
- Clockwise (right) starter rotation
- 9-tooth drive configuration
- Pad mounting type for direct application matching
- Power Select starter line engineered for modern vehicle electrical demands
Detailed Description
Part number 6491R is a Power Select starter engineered to provide the amp output needed for today’s vehicles. It uses proprietary components and manufacturing processes intended to support long service life and consistent performance. With a 1.4 power rating, 12-volt operation, and a Delco-family design, this starter is a fit-focused replacement for many GM platforms, including Buick Century, Chevrolet Impala, and Pontiac Grand Am applications.
This part cross-references Airtex Fuel Pumps (e.g., 6491) and AMS Automotive (e.g., 6481) for the same application.
What It Is Used For
- Restoring engine cranking when the starter no longer engages reliably
- Addressing slow or weak starts caused by worn internal starter components
- Replacing a unit with incorrect rotation or tooth count
- Correcting fitment issues on pad-mount starter applications
- Replacing a starter that no longer matches the vehicle’s electrical requirements
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s starter rotation, tooth count, mounting type, and electrical specifications before installation. This starter is listed for multiple GM models, including Buick Rendezvous, Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac Grand Prix, and Oldsmobile Alero applications. Fitment also includes specific 2005 first-design applications on Chevrolet Uplander, Pontiac Aztek, and Pontiac Montana.
Quality Assurance
Power Select starters are engineered with proprietary components and processes to support maximum life and performance.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Buick | Century | — | — | — |
| 2005 | Buick | Rendezvous | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2005 | Buick | Terraza | — | — | — |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Equinox | — | — | — |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Impala | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.5L | V6 | — |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Uplander | — | — | First Design |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Venture | — | — | — |
| 2005 | Pontiac | Aztek | — | — | First Design |
| 2005 | Pontiac | G6 | 3.5L | V6 | — |
| 2005 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2005 | Pontiac | Montana | 3.5L | V6 | First Design |
| 2005 | Saturn | Relay | — | — | — |
| 2004 | Buick | Century | — | — | — |
| 2004 | Buick | Rendezvous | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Impala | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.5L | V6 | — |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Venture | — | — | — |
| 2004 | Oldsmobile | Alero | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2004 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | — | — | — |
| 2004 | Pontiac | Aztek | — | — | — |
| 2004 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2004 | Pontiac | Montana | — | — | — |
| 2003 | Buick | Century | — | — | — |
| 2003 | Buick | Rendezvous | — | — | — |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Impala | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | S10 | 2.2L | L4 | — |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Venture | — | — | — |
| 2003 | GMC | Sonoma | 2.2L | L4 | — |
| 2003 | Oldsmobile | Alero | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2003 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | — | — | — |
| 2003 | Pontiac | Aztek | — | — | — |
| 2003 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2003 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.1L | V6 | — |
| 2003 | Pontiac | Montana | — | — | — |
| 2002 | Buick | Century | — | — | — |
| 2002 | Buick | Rendezvous | — | — | — |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Cavalier | 2.2L | L4 | — |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Impala | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | S10 | 2.2L | L4 | — |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Venture | — | — | — |
| 2002 | GMC | Sonoma | 2.2L | L4 | — |
| 2002 | Oldsmobile | Alero | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2002 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | — | — | — |
| 2002 | Pontiac | Aztek | — | — | — |
| 2002 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2002 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.1L | V6 | — |
| 2002 | Pontiac | Montana | — | — | — |
| 2002 | Pontiac | Sunfire | 2.2L | L4 | — |
| 2001 | Buick | Century | — | — | — |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Impala | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Lumina | — | — | — |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Malibu | — | — | — |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Venture | — | — | — |
| 2001 | Oldsmobile | Alero | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2001 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | — | — | — |
| 2001 | Pontiac | Aztek | — | — | — |
| 2001 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | — |
| 2001 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.1L | V6 | — |
| 2001 | Pontiac | Montana | — | — | — |
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