MPA Electrical 17702N Starter Motor

Starter for BMW 323i, 325i, 330i and More

MPA Electrical 17702N is a new 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.4 kW rating. It uses clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth drive, making it a direct-spec replacement for many BMW applications that require this Bosch-style starter configuration.

The MPA Electrical New line focuses on replacement electrical components built for specific vehicle applications. Part number 17702N is listed for a wide range of BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, Z3, Z4, X3, and M3 models, including vehicles that require a Bosch PMGR starter or threaded mounting ears.

Key Features

• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 1.4 kW output for 12-volt systems
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Manufacturer listed as Bosch
• New replacement starter, part number 17702N

Detailed Description

This starter is built for BMW vehicles that use the specified Bosch permanent magnet gear reduction starter setup. It is listed across multiple BMW fitments, including 2001-2005 BMW 325i, 330i, 525i, and 530i, plus 1996-2002 BMW Z3 and 1996-1999 BMW 318i, 318is, and 318ti with threaded mounting ears. Additional coverage includes 2004-2006 BMW X3, 2003-2005 BMW Z4, and select 2006 BMW 323i and 330i applications. Part number 17702N is also cross-referenced to BBB Industries 17702 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Intermittent starting caused by starter wear
• Grinding or improper starter mesh from a mismatched drive configuration
• Replacement needs on BMW models using a Bosch PMGR starter

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the existing starter’s rotation, tooth count, voltage, and mounting style before ordering. This part is listed for BMW applications with specific starter types, including some vehicles with Bosch PMGR starters and some with threaded mounting ears. Confirm the vehicle’s original starter configuration against the part number 17702N and the listed interchange references before installation.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical identifies this as a new replacement starter in its New product line. The unit is specified with Bosch manufacturer data, which helps support application matching for BMW starter replacement work.