MPA Electrical 17685N Starter Motor

Starter for Nissan Pickup and Frontier

MPA Electrical 17685N is a 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.4 kW rating. It is configured for clockwise rotation and uses a 9-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit replacement for select Nissan Pickup, Frontier, and Xterra applications.

Compatible With 1994-2004 Nissan Pickup, 1998-2001 Nissan Frontier, and 2000-2001 Nissan Xterra applications, this starter is built around Mitsubishi-style specifications for the listed vehicles. The MPA Electrical New line focuses on replacement parts for common starting-system service needs.

Key Features

• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 1.4 kW output for starting-system service
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Built for Mitsubishi-style applications
• Part number 17685N for ordering and catalog lookup

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 17685N is a replacement starter for Nissan Pickup, Frontier, and Xterra models listed in the fitment data. Its permanent magnet gear reduction construction supports compact packaging and efficient cranking performance, while the 1.4 kW rating and 12-volt design match the electrical requirements of the covered vehicles. The clockwise rotation and 9-tooth drive are important match points when replacing a starter in these applications.

This part cross-references BBB Industries 17685 for the same application. If you are searching for a starter for 1994-2004 Nissan Pickup, a starter for 1998-2001 Nissan Frontier, or a starter for 2000-2001 Nissan Xterra, 17685N is the catalog reference to verify against your original unit.

What It Helps Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking during startup
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter replacement after electrical wear
• Starting-system issues tied to drive or rotation mismatch

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the original starter’s rotation, tooth count, voltage, and mounting configuration before installation. For 2001 Nissan Xterra applications, verify the build date note of to 5/01 before ordering. Compare the removed unit to part number 17685N and the listed interchange references to ensure the correct match for your Nissan Pickup, Frontier, or Xterra.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical supplies this starter in its New product line for replacement use in the listed applications. The design and specifications are provided to match the fitment and electrical requirements shown in the catalog data.