MPA Electrical 17708 Starter Motor

Starter for Hyundai and Kia Applications

MPA Electrical 17708 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a clockwise rotation and 8-tooth drive for the specified applications.

This starter is built by MPA Electrical in the Remanufactured product line and is sourced from Mando/Valeo specifications for the listed fitments. It is a direct replacement option for Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Tiburon, Kia Spectra, and Kia Spectra5 applications that require this configuration.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter for electrical, charging, and starting systems
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact starting performance
• 1.2 kW rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 8-tooth drive
• Manufacturer reference: Mando/Valeo
• Part number: 17708

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 17708 is a remanufactured starter intended for vehicles that use a 12-volt, clockwise-rotation unit with an 8-tooth drive. The permanent magnet gear reduction design supports the starting system requirements of the listed Hyundai and Kia models, including 1996-2006 Hyundai Elantra, 2005-2009 Hyundai Tucson, 1997-2001 Hyundai Tiburon, 2003-2004 Hyundai Tiburon, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon to 9/15/2004, 2004-2006 Kia Spectra, and 2005-2006 Kia Spectra5.

MPA Electrical 17708 also cross-references BBB Industries 17708 for the same application.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Engine no-crank conditions
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Intermittent starting caused by starter wear
• Clicking at key start with a failing starter motor
• Starting system issues on Hyundai Elantra, Tucson, Tiburon, Kia Spectra, and Spectra5 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s starter specifications before installation, including 12 volts, clockwise rotation, 8-tooth drive, and the permanent magnet gear reduction configuration. Confirm the exact model year and engine application against the vehicle’s original starter to ensure proper fitment, especially on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon units noted as to 9/15/2004.

Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging system output before replacing the starter. A weak battery or poor ground can mimic starter failure and affect diagnosis.

Quality Assurance

As a remanufactured MPA Electrical starter, part number 17708 is rebuilt to meet the listed application requirements for Hyundai and Kia starting systems. The product line is remanufactured for replacement use in the specified vehicles.