MPA Electrical 16500 Starter

Remanufactured Starter for Dodge Colt

MPA Electrical 16500 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for OE fit, form, and function. It is engineered for 1971-1975 Dodge Colt applications and uses a Mitsubishi-family wound wire direct drive design for dependable starting performance.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter for direct replacement service
• 12.0-volt electrical system
• Wound wire direct drive design
• Mitsubishi family starter construction
• Clockwise (right) rotation
• 9-tooth drive gear
• Flange mounting type
• Part number 16500 for catalog lookup and ordering

Product Details

MPA Electrical’s remanufactured product line focuses on OE-style replacement parts rebuilt in TS16949 certified facilities. For Dodge Colt owners, this starter is specified to match the original fitment and operating characteristics expected from a factory-style replacement. The 16500 starter is a practical choice for restoring reliable cranking performance on 1971-1975 Dodge Colt models, and the Mitsubishi-based design supports accurate application matching.

This part cross-references Mitsubishi-style starter numbers such as M3T15073 and MD003550 for the same application. The 16500 part number is also useful when verifying interchange references during diagnosis or replacement.

What It Helps Solve

• Engine no-crank conditions
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Intermittent starting caused by worn starter components
• Starter drive or gear engagement issues
• Replacement needs for a remanufactured Dodge Colt starter

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive count, and flange mounting before installation. Match the starter to the vehicle’s original application details for 1971-1975 Dodge Colt service, and verify electrical connections and mounting surfaces are clean and secure before final testing.

Quality Assurance

This remanufactured starter is rebuilt in TS16949 certified facilities, a recognized benchmark for manufacturing quality systems. MPA Electrical positions this line as an OE-style replacement solution for long-term, trouble-free operation when installed on the correct vehicle application.