MPA Electrical 12402N Starter Motor

Starter for Ford and Mercury Applications

MPA Electrical 12402N is a 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.4 kW rating. It is configured for clockwise rotation and a 10-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit replacement for select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles.

Use this starter when servicing Ford Taurus, Ford Windstar, Mercury Sable, Ford Tempo, Mercury Topaz, and Lincoln Continental applications that match the listed fitment. The MPA Electrical New line focuses on replacement parts for common starting-system service needs, and part number 12402N is built to match the original application requirements.

Key Features

• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 1.4 kW output for 12-volt starting systems
• Clockwise rotation
• 10-tooth drive configuration
• Direct replacement for select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles
• Part number 12402N for easy cross-reference

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 12402N is an OE-style starter for vehicles equipped with a 12-volt electrical system and a clockwise-rotation starter layout. Its permanent magnet gear reduction construction supports efficient cranking performance, while the 10-tooth drive and 1.4 kW rating align with the original starting-system specifications used across the listed Ford and Mercury platforms. This starter is a practical replacement choice for Ford Taurus and Ford Windstar service, as well as Mercury Sable and Lincoln Continental applications where the original starter configuration matches the catalog data. Part number 12402N also cross-references Anchor 3270 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1995-2003 Ford Windstar, N/A
• Fits 1991-1999 Ford Taurus, N/A
• Fits 1990-1999 Mercury Sable, N/A
• Fits 1992-1994 Ford Tempo, N/A
• Fits 1989-1994 Lincoln Continental, N/A
• Fits 1992-1994 Mercury Topaz, N/A
• Fits 1990 Ford Taurus, N/A, Second Production, (solenoid on Starter); New

Common Replacement Reasons

• Engine cranks slowly or not at all
• Starter clicks but does not engage
• Intermittent starting after key turn
• Worn drive gear or internal starter wear
• Electrical starting-system failure on the listed vehicles

Installation Notes

Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and starter configuration before installation. Verify clockwise rotation, 12-volt system compatibility, 10-tooth drive count, and the correct application notes for the 1990 Ford Taurus second production build with the solenoid on the starter. Compare the original unit and connector layout before replacement to ensure the correct match.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical New parts are cataloged for direct replacement use in the specified applications. This starter is identified by part number 12402N and supported by listed interchange references for application matching.