MPA Electrical 17717 Starter Motor

Starter for Subaru Impreza and Forester

MPA Electrical 17717 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.0 kW rating. It uses a Mitsubishi-style configuration with counterclockwise rotation and an 8-tooth drive for the listed Subaru applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• 1.0 kW output for 12-volt systems
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 8-tooth drive gear
• Mitsubishi manufacturer design reference
• Part number 17717 for ordering and interchange lookup

Product Details

This MPA Electrical 17717 starter is built for 1997-2003 Subaru Impreza and 1998-2002 Subaru Forester applications. The permanent magnet gear reduction layout supports compact packaging and efficient cranking performance, while the 12-volt, 1.0 kW specification matches the electrical requirements of the listed vehicles. If you are replacing a worn Subaru Impreza starter or a Subaru Forester starter, this unit provides a direct remanufactured replacement option with the correct counterclockwise rotation and 8-tooth drive configuration.

This part cross-references BBB Industries 17717 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Intermittent starting caused by worn internal starter components
• Grinding or improper gear engagement at startup
• Electrical starting issues on 12-volt Subaru Impreza and Forester vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the starter mounting style, electrical connections, rotation, and tooth count against the original unit before installation. Confirm fitment by year and model for 1997-2003 Subaru Impreza and 1998-2002 Subaru Forester applications. Inspect battery condition, cable integrity, and charging system output during replacement to avoid repeat starting complaints. The part number 17717 can be used to confirm interchange before ordering.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to restore proper starting function for the listed applications. This starter is identified with Mitsubishi design specifications and is cataloged for direct fitment on the confirmed Subaru vehicles.