MPA Electrical 17140 Starter Motor

BMW Starter 17140 Overview

MPA Electrical 17140 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.4 kW rating. It uses a Bosch manufacturer base and clockwise rotation for direct replacement service on select BMW applications, including BMW 325i and BMW 525i models.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact, efficient cranking
• 1.4 kW output
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive
• Built to match Bosch-style starter specifications

Detailed Product Information

The MPA Electrical 17140 starter is specified for BMW vehicles that use a Bosch-based, clockwise-rotation starter with a 9-tooth drive. This part number 17140 is listed for 1987-1993 BMW 325i, 1987-1991 BMW 325is, 1988-1991 BMW 325iX, 1989-1990 BMW 525i, 1987-1988 BMW 528e, 1987 BMW 325e, and 1987 BMW 325es. It also cross-references Davico Mfg 17140 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a BMW 325i starter or a BMW 525i starter, this remanufactured unit provides the key electrical and mechanical specifications needed for proper replacement selection. The Bosch design reference, 1.4 kW rating, and 9-tooth configuration help narrow fitment for the correct BMW starter application.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking during startup
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter wear on high-mileage BMW 325i, 325is, 325iX, 525i, and 528e vehicles
• Replacement of a failed Bosch-style 12-volt starter

Installation Notes and Fitment Tips

• Fits 1987-1993 BMW 325i, N/A
• Fits 1987-1991 BMW 325is, N/A
• Fits 1988-1991 BMW 325iX, N/A
• Fits 1989-1990 BMW 525i, N/A
• Fits 1987-1988 BMW 528e, N/A
• Fits 1987 BMW 325e, N/A
• Fits 1987 BMW 325es, N/A

Verify the existing starter’s tooth count, rotation, voltage, and mounting style before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s electrical connections and compare the removed unit to part number 17140 to ensure the correct BMW starter replacement.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are built for replacement service using application-specific specifications. This unit follows Bosch-based starter requirements for the listed BMW fitments and is identified by part number 17140.