MPA Electrical 16869 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for GM 1984-1985 Applications

MPA Electrical Part Number 16869 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with an offset gear reduction design and a clockwise rotation. It uses a Mitsubishi-style configuration with a 1.8 kW rating and 10 teeth for direct replacement service in select GM vehicles.

This starter is a fit for 1984-1985 Buick Century, 1984-1985 Chevrolet Celebrity, 1984-1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, 1984-1985 Pontiac 6000, and select 1985 Cadillac and Oldsmobile models. If you are replacing a worn starter on a Buick Century, Chevrolet Celebrity, or Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, Part Number 16869 provides the correct electrical and drive specifications for the listed applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Offset gear reduction design for compact starter packaging
• 1.8 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 10-tooth drive configuration
• Mitsubishi manufacturer style

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 16869 is a remanufactured starter for GM passenger cars and chassis applications from the mid-1980s. The offset gear reduction design helps package the starter in tighter engine bay layouts, while the 1.8 kW rating and 10-tooth drive match the listed OE-style requirements. This part cross-references Four Seasons 16870 for the same application.

Fitment includes 1984-1985 Buick Century, 1985 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, 1985 Cadillac DeVille, 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1984-1985 Chevrolet Celebrity, 1985 Oldsmobile 98, 1984-1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, and 1984-1985 Pontiac 6000. For buyers searching for a remanufactured starter for 1984-1985 Buick Century or a replacement starter for 1984-1985 Chevrolet Celebrity, this part number 16869 matches the listed vehicle coverage.

What It Helps Resolve

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Intermittent starter operation
• Grinding from worn starter drive teeth
• Electrical starting failure on listed GM applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the starter’s 12-volt, clockwise, 10-tooth, and offset gear reduction specifications against the original unit before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s exact year and model, especially on 1985 Cadillac and Oldsmobile applications, since fitment is specific to the listed configurations. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and engine ground integrity during replacement to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt for service replacement use and are identified here by Part Number 16869. The remanufactured designation indicates a restored component intended to meet the listed application requirements.