MPA Electrical 12395 Starter Motor

Starter for Mazda Miata and Protege

MPA Electrical Part Number 12395 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with permanent magnet gear reduction technology and a clockwise rotation. It uses a Mitsubishi design with a 1.0 kW rating and an 8-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit electrical replacement for select Mazda Miata and Mazda Protege applications.

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt for vehicle-specific fitment and dependable starting performance. This unit is identified by part number 12395 and is listed for Mazda Miata and Protege models across multiple model years.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter for charging and starting system repair
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact starter operation
• 1.0 kW output with 12-volt electrical system compatibility
• Clockwise rotation
• 8-tooth drive configuration
• Mitsubishi starter design
• Fits 1999-2005 Mazda Miata, N/A
• Fits 1999 Mazda Protege, N/A
• Fits 1996-1998 Mazda Protege, N/A
• Fits 1995 Mazda Protege, N/A

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 12395 is a remanufactured starter for Mazda applications that require a Mitsubishi-style unit with permanent magnet gear reduction. The 1.0 kW rating, 12-volt specification, clockwise rotation, and 8-tooth drive help match the original starting system requirements for select Mazda Miata and Mazda Protege vehicles. If you are replacing a worn starter on a Mazda Miata or Mazda Protege, this part number provides a vehicle-specific electrical replacement option.

This part cross-references Mitsubishi-style starter applications such as M0T80081 and 17592 for the same application.

Common Uses

• Engine cranking problems
• No-start condition with a charged battery
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Grinding or inconsistent starter drive engagement
• Starter failure caused by worn internal electrical components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the starter’s 12-volt specification, clockwise rotation, 8-tooth drive, and Mitsubishi design before installation. Confirm fitment against the vehicle year and model listed for Mazda Miata and Mazda Protege applications. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and ground points during replacement to help isolate starting-system faults.

Quality Assurance

This MPA Electrical remanufactured starter is built as a service replacement for the listed Mazda applications and is intended to meet the fitment and specification requirements shown for part number 12395.