MPA Electrical 17778 Starter Motor

Starter for Audi and Volkswagen Applications

MPA Electrical Part Number 17778 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.4 kW rating. It is configured for clockwise rotation and uses a 9-tooth drive, making it a direct-match option for select Audi A4, A4 Quattro, A6, A6 Quattro, S4, Allroad Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat applications.

This remanufactured starter is built by MPA Electrical and uses Bosch manufacturer specifications for the application. Part number 17778 is a fitment-based replacement for vehicles that require the Bosch PMGR starter configuration.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter for 12-volt charging and starting systems
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact, efficient cranking
• 1.4 kW output rating
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive gear
• Built to Bosch application specifications
• Direct replacement reference: MPA Electrical 17778

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 17778 is a remanufactured starter for select Audi and Volkswagen vehicles that use a Bosch PMGR starter configuration. It is listed for 1997-2006 Audi A4 and A4 Quattro, 1998-2004 Audi A6 and A6 Quattro, 2000-2002 Audi S4, 2001-2005 Audi Allroad Quattro, and 1996-2005 Volkswagen Passat applications. This part cross-references BBB Industries 17778 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a starter for Audi A4 Quattro 2001-2006, a starter for Audi A6 Quattro 1998-2004, or a starter for Volkswagen Passat 1999-2005, part number 17778 provides a fitment-specific replacement built around the correct rotation, tooth count, voltage, and gear reduction design.

Common Starting Issues It May Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking during startup
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Clicking at key-on with no engine rotation
• Starter failure on Bosch PMGR-equipped Audi and Volkswagen models

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle uses the Bosch PMGR starter configuration before ordering.
• Match the original starter’s voltage, rotation, tooth count, and mounting style to part number 17778.
• Confirm fitment by year, make, model, and engine/start system configuration on the vehicle.
• Inspect battery condition, cables, and charging system performance during replacement to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt for application-specific replacement use and are identified by OE-style fitment data for the listed Audi and Volkswagen vehicles. Part number 17778 is supported by Bosch-based specifications for the correct starter configuration.