MPA Electrical 17468N Starter Motor

Starter for GM V8 Applications

MPA Electrical 17468N is a 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.4 kW rating. It uses a clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit electrical starting component for select Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and Pontiac vehicles.

This New line starter is built for applications that call for Delco-style fitment and OE-matched starting performance. It is a practical replacement for 1993-1995 Buick Roadmaster, Chevrolet Caprice and Impala, Cadillac Fleetwood and Commercial Chassis, Chevrolet Camaro and Commercial Chassis, and Pontiac Firebird models.

Key Features

• Part number 17468N
• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 1.4 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive
• Delco manufacturer specification
• MPA Electrical New product line

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 17468N is engineered as a starter motor for GM vehicles that require a Delco-style, clockwise-rotation unit with a 9-tooth drive. The permanent magnet gear reduction design supports efficient cranking performance in a compact starter format, while the 1.4 kW rating aligns with the electrical demands of the listed applications. This part number 17468N is a fitment-focused replacement for 1993-1995 Buick Roadmaster, Chevrolet Caprice, and Chevrolet Impala, along with 1993-1994 Cadillac Fleetwood, Cadillac Commercial Chassis, Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Commercial Chassis, and Pontiac Firebird.

The MPA Electrical New line identifies this starter as part of a current product offering for service replacement use. This part cross-references AMS Automotive 6442 for the same application.

Common Starting Issues It Can Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking during startup
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter drive mismatch on Delco-style applications
• Electrical starting failure on 12-volt GM vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle uses a clockwise-rotation starter with a 9-tooth drive before installation.
• Confirm the application matches the listed year, make, and model exactly.
• Inspect battery condition, cables, and ground connections before replacing the starter.
• Check the mounting surface and flywheel engagement for wear or damage during service.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical 17468N is built to Delco specifications for the listed GM applications and is intended as a direct replacement starter for confirmed fitment vehicles.