MPA Electrical 17709 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Hyundai and Kia

MPA Electrical 17709 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for select Hyundai and Kia applications. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a clockwise rotation and an 8-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit replacement for common import starter applications.

This MPA Electrical remanufactured line focuses on OE-style replacement coverage for starting-system repairs. Part number 17709 is cross-referenced to BBB Industries 17709 for the same application.

Key Features

• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 1.2 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 8-tooth drive configuration
• Manufactured by Mando/Valeo

Fitment Details

• Fits 2005-2009 Hyundai Tucson, N/A
• Fits 1996-2006 Hyundai Elantra, N/A
• Fits 2004-2006 Kia Spectra, N/A
• Fits 2005-2006 Kia Spectra5, N/A
• Fits 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A; to 9/15/2004
• Fits 2003-2004 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A
• Fits 1997-2001 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A

What This Starter Helps Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking during startup
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter motor wear in high-mileage vehicles
• Starting-system failure on Hyundai Elantra, Tucson, Tiburon, and Kia Spectra models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, engine application, and starter configuration before installation. Confirm clockwise rotation, 12-volt operation, and 8-tooth drive engagement against the original unit. For 2005 Hyundai Tiburon applications, note the fitment cutoff of 9/15/2004.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt for replacement use in covered applications and are matched to OE-style specifications where listed. Part number 17709 is built to support direct replacement on the specified Hyundai and Kia vehicles.