MPA Electrical 17288 Starter Motor

Starter for Hyundai, Mitsubishi and Dodge

MPA Electrical 17288 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a direct drive design and clockwise rotation. It uses an 8-tooth drive and a 0.9 kW rating, making it a direct OE-style replacement for select Hyundai Accent, Mitsubishi Eclipse, and related compact import applications.

Built for vehicles using Mitsubishi/Mando starter architecture, this unit supports common starting-system service needs across multiple 1991-2003 applications. The MPA Electrical remanufactured line focuses on restoring core starter function for everyday drivability and reliable engine cranking.

Key Features

• Part number: 17288
• Remanufactured starter assembly
• Direct drive design
• 0.9 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 8-tooth drive gear
• Manufacturer application: Mitsubishi/Mando

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 17288 is a remanufactured starter for select Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Excel, Hyundai Scoupe, Dodge Colt, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mitsubishi Mirage, Mitsubishi Precis, and Plymouth Laser applications. It is specified with a direct drive configuration, clockwise rotation, 12 volts, and an 8-tooth drive, which are key details when matching the starter to the vehicle’s original starting system. This part cross-references Bosch (e.g., 17238) for the same application.

Use this starter when replacing a failed unit on vehicles such as the 1991-1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 1995-2001 Hyundai Accent, or 1991-1995 Dodge Colt. The part number 17288 is also referenced across multiple OE and aftermarket numbers, helping confirm application match during lookup and cataloging.

What It Helps Fix

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter motor noise during crank
• Starting failure caused by worn internal starter components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the starter’s 12-volt specification, clockwise rotation, 8-tooth drive, and direct drive layout against the original unit before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s year, make, and model carefully, especially on shared-platform import applications where starter designs can vary by engine or production detail. For fitment reference, this starter fits 2003 Hyundai Accent, 1995-2001 Hyundai Accent, 1991-1995 Dodge Colt, 1992-1994 Hyundai Excel, 1991-1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 1992-1994 Mitsubishi Precis, 1991-1994 Plymouth Laser, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe, and 1991-1992 Mitsubishi Mirage.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to restore starting-system function for service replacement use. The remanufactured format provides a practical OE-style option for vehicles requiring Mitsubishi/Mando-based starter specifications.