MPA Electrical 13973 Alternator

Remanufactured Alternator for Hyundai and Kia

MPA Electrical Part Number 13973 is a remanufactured 12-volt alternator built for vehicles that use a Mando-style charging system. It delivers 90 amps with an internal regulator, internal fan, clockwise rotation, and a 4-groove serpentine pulley for direct replacement in confirmed applications.

This remanufactured MPA Electrical alternator is built for Hyundai Tiburon, Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Kia Spectra, and Kia Spectra5 applications that call for a 90 amp Mando alternator. Part number 13973 is also cross-referenced to BBB Industries 13973 for the same application.

Key Features

• 90 amp output for 12-volt charging systems
• Internal voltage regulator
• Internal cooling fan
• 4-groove serpentine pulley
• Clockwise rotation
• Clock position: 10:15
• Remanufactured by MPA Electrical
• Manufacturer listed as Mando

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 13973 is a remanufactured alternator for select Hyundai and Kia vehicles equipped with a Mando 90 amp alternator. It is specified with a 12-volt electrical system, internal regulation, internal fan design, and a 4-groove serpentine pulley to match the original charging system layout in covered applications. Use this alternator when replacing a worn or failed unit on vehicles such as the Hyundai Tiburon, Hyundai Elantra, and Kia Spectra that require the listed configuration.

Fits 2008 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A; Fits 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A; Fits 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A, w/ Mando alt.; Fits 2003 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A; Fits 2003-2006 Hyundai Elantra, N/A; Fits 2001-2002 Hyundai Elantra, N/A, Compatible with vehicles equipped with a 90 amp alternator.; Fits 2003-2005 Hyundai Accent, N/A; Fits 2000-2002 Hyundai Accent, N/A, Compatible with vehicles equipped with a 90 amp alternator.; Fits 2005 Hyundai Tucson, N/A; Fits 2006 Kia Sportage, N/A; Fits 2005 Kia Spectra, N/A; Fits 2004 Kia Spectra, N/A, w/ Mando alt.; Fits 2005 Kia Spectra5, N/A, w/ Mando alt.; Fits 2004-2006 Dodge Verna, N/A, w/ Mando 90 amp alt.

What It Helps Fix

• Battery warning light caused by low alternator output
• Dim headlights or unstable electrical performance
• Battery not staying charged during normal driving
• Charging system failure from a worn internal regulator
• Noisy or inefficient alternator operation from a failing unit

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify pulley groove count, rotation, amperage, and connector style against the original unit before installation. Confirm the vehicle is equipped with the listed Mando 90 amp alternator application, especially on Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Elantra, and Hyundai Tiburon models. Inspect the belt condition and charging system wiring during replacement to help prevent repeat failures.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured components are rebuilt for direct-fit replacement in the applications listed above. Part number 13973 is specified to match the original alternator configuration for confirmed Hyundai and Kia fitments.