MPA Electrical 17748 Starter Motor

Starter for Toyota and Lexus V8 Applications

MPA Electrical 17748 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for select Toyota and Lexus trucks and SUVs. It uses an offset gear reduction design with a 2.0 kW rating, clockwise rotation, and a 9-tooth drive for OE-style starting performance.

Compatible With 1998-2007 Toyota Land Cruiser, 1998-2007 Lexus LX470, 2000-2009 Toyota Tundra, 2001 Toyota Sequoia, 2003-2009 Toyota 4Runner, 2003-2009 Lexus GX470, and 2006-2009 Toyota Sequoia. This part number is 17748.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Offset gear reduction design for efficient cranking
• 2.0 kW output with 12-volt electrical system compatibility
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Built by Nippondenso manufacturer specification

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 17748 is a remanufactured starter for Toyota and Lexus platforms that use the Nippondenso-style design. The unit’s offset gear reduction layout and 2.0 kW rating support strong starting torque for larger V8-equipped vehicles, while the clockwise rotation and 9-tooth drive match the required OE configuration. This starter is listed for Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Tundra, Toyota Sequoia, Toyota Land Cruiser, Lexus GX470, and Lexus LX470 applications, making it a direct-fit replacement for a wide range of late-1990s through 2009 vehicles. Part number 17748 is also referenced under BBB Industries 17748 for the same application.

Common Starting Problems It Can Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-crank condition when the ignition is turned
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or improper starter drive engagement
• Starter failure caused by worn internal electrical components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and starter configuration before installation. Confirm 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive count, and the offset gear reduction layout match the original unit. On Toyota 4Runner and Toyota Tundra applications, note that Cold Climate Package coverage is listed for certain fitments. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging system output before replacing the starter to avoid repeat failures.

Quality Assurance

This MPA Electrical remanufactured starter is built to OE-style specifications for the listed Toyota and Lexus applications. The remanufactured construction supports a replacement solution for vehicles originally equipped with the Nippondenso starter design.