MPA Electrical 16550 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Volvo 760 and 780

MPA Electrical 16550 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for direct-drive applications with a 1.1 kW rating, clockwise rotation, and a 9-tooth drive. It is a fitment-specific replacement for select Volvo 760 and Volvo 780 models, including late-1988 vehicles with the 256 mm strut length noted in the application data.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Direct drive design for OE-style starting system replacement
• 1.1 kW output
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Manufactured by Bosch
• Cross-reference part numbers include 0-001-311-105 and 464316

Detailed Description

This MPA Electrical 16550 starter is built for drivers and repair shops servicing Volvo starting systems that require a remanufactured direct-drive unit. It is listed for 1983-1987 Volvo 760, 1988 Volvo 760 to 7/88 with 256 mm strut length, 1987 Volvo 780, and 1988 Volvo 780 to 7/88 with 256 mm strut length. The application data makes it a targeted replacement for Volvo 760 and Volvo 780 starter service where the original unit matches the specified electrical and mounting characteristics.

MPA Electrical’s remanufactured line focuses on restored electrical components for replacement use, and this starter follows the listed Bosch-based design details for the application. Part number 16550 is also referenced under Quality-Built 16550 for the same application.

What This Starter Helps Resolve

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking during startup
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter motor wear in high-mileage Volvo 760 and Volvo 780 vehicles
• Electrical starting faults tied to a failed direct-drive starter

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and the 256 mm strut length note before ordering, especially on 1988 Volvo 760 and 1988 Volvo 780 applications through 7/88. Confirm the starter’s 12-volt system, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive, and 1.1 kW rating match the original unit before installation. Fits 1983-1987 Volvo 760, N/A. Fits 1987 Volvo 780, N/A. Fits 1988 Volvo 760, N/A. Fits 1988 Volvo 780, N/A.

Quality Assurance

This remanufactured starter is built to the listed Bosch specification details and application references for Volvo 760 and Volvo 780 fitment. Part number 16550 is supported by interchange references for direct replacement matching.