MPA Electrical 12218 Starter Motor

Starter for Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable

MPA Electrical remanufactured starter Part Number 12218 is built for 12-volt starting systems that require a direct drive design, clockwise rotation, and a 9-tooth drive. With a 1.2 kW rating, it is specified for select Ford and Mercury applications, including Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Lincoln Continental fitments.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Part Number 12218
• Direct drive design
• 1.2 kW rating
• 12 volts
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive
• Manufacturer listed as Ford

Product Details

This MPA Electrical remanufactured starter is intended for vehicles with the matching electrical and mounting specifications. It is a direct drive unit with clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth engagement profile, making it a fitment-specific replacement for select 1986-1991 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications, plus the 1988 Lincoln Continental and the 1990 Ford Taurus wagon with remote solenoid notes. Part Number 12218 also cross-references Anchor 3197 and 3198 for the same application.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or weak cranking during engine start
• No-crank condition caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starting after key engagement
• Starter noise from worn internal drive components
• Electrical starting issues on Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Lincoln Continental applications

Installation Notes

• Verify 12-volt system requirements before installation.
• Confirm direct drive, clockwise rotation, and 9-tooth specifications match the original unit.
• Check vehicle-specific fitment carefully for 1986-1991 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable, 1988 Lincoln Continental, and 1990 Ford Taurus wagon remote solenoid applications.
• Inspect battery condition, cables, and starter circuit connections during replacement.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to meet the listed application requirements and electrical specifications for the vehicle platform. This part number is cataloged for direct replacement use where the original starter matches the stated fitment and design details.