MPA Electrical 17470 Starter Motor

Starter for Mazda 626, MX-6, MX-3 and Ford Probe

MPA Electrical 17470 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.7 kW rating. It is configured for counterclockwise rotation and uses a 12-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit replacement for select Mazda and Ford applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact starting performance
• 1.7 kW output
• 12-volt electrical system
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 12-tooth drive configuration
• Manufactured by Mitsubishi

Product Details

MPA Electrical part number 17470 is built for vehicles that use a Mitsubishi-manufactured starter with the listed electrical and drive specifications. This starter is a fitment-based replacement for 1992-2002 Mazda and Ford applications, including Mazda 626, Mazda MX-6, Mazda MX-3, and Ford Probe. If you are searching for a remanufactured starter for Mazda 626 or Ford Probe starting-system repair, 17470 provides the correct rotation, voltage, tooth count, and gear-reduction layout for the listed vehicles.

This part cross-references Continental 17470 for the same application.

Common Uses

• Engine cranking issues caused by a worn starter motor
• No-start conditions with a weak or inoperative starter
• Slow or inconsistent cranking during ignition
• Starter replacement on Mazda 626, MX-6, MX-3, and Ford Probe models
• Repair of starting-system faults tied to drive or rotation mismatch

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s starter specifications before installation, including 12-volt operation, counterclockwise rotation, 12-tooth drive count, and the permanent magnet gear reduction design. Confirm the application against the vehicle’s year, make, and model, especially for Mazda 626, Mazda MX-6, Mazda MX-3, and Ford Probe fitments. Compare the existing unit to the replacement starter to ensure the mounting and electrical connections match the original configuration.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to restore starting-system function for the listed applications. This unit is identified as a remanufactured product and uses Mitsubishi manufacturing specifications for the starter design.