MPA Electrical 17796 Starter Motor

Starter for Chrysler, Dodge, and Mitsubishi

MPA Electrical 17796 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.4 kW rating. It is configured with clockwise rotation and an 8-tooth drive, making it a direct replacement option for select Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mitsubishi Outlander, and Mitsubishi Galant applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact starting performance
• 1.4 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 8-tooth drive configuration
• Manufactured by Mitsubishi

Product Details

MPA Electrical 17796 is a remanufactured starter for vehicles that use a Mitsubishi-built unit with the listed electrical and mechanical specifications. The permanent magnet gear reduction design helps deliver the torque needed for engine cranking in a compact starter package, while the 12-volt setup and clockwise rotation match the original application requirements. This part cross-references BBB Industries 17796 for the same application.

Compatible With 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring, N/A; 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus, N/A; 2000-2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse, N/A; 2003-2004 Mitsubishi Outlander, N/A to 6/2003 with 216mm length starter; and 1999-2003 Mitsubishi Galant, N/A. Part number 17796 is also referenced across multiple OE and aftermarket listings for these applications.

Common Starting Issues This Part May Address

• Engine cranks slowly or inconsistently
• Starter clicks but does not engage
• No-crank condition with a charged battery
• Intermittent starting after repeated key cycles
• Starter drive or motor wear on the original unit

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the starter matches the vehicle’s original rotation, tooth count, voltage, and mounting style before installation.
• Confirm the Outlander application note: 2003-2004 models only to 6/2003 with a 216mm length starter.
• Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging system output before replacing the starter.
• Compare the removed unit to MPA Electrical 17796 to confirm fitment on Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mitsubishi Outlander, or Mitsubishi Galant applications.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are built to match the original application specifications for fit and function. Part number 17796 is supported by interchange references including Mitsubishi OE numbers and related aftermarket listings, helping confirm application matching for the listed vehicles.