MPA Electrical 17838 Starter Motor

Starter for Chevrolet Tracker and Suzuki Vitara

MPA Electrical Part Number 17838 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.6 kW rating. It uses a Mitsubishi-style configuration with clockwise rotation and an 8-tooth drive, making it a direct replacement for select Chevrolet Tracker and Suzuki Vitara applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact, efficient cranking
• 1.6 kW output
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 8-tooth drive
• Mitsubishi manufacturer design
• Part number 17838 for easy identification

Product Details

This MPA Electrical remanufactured starter is built for vehicles that require a Mitsubishi-style, clockwise-rotation starter with an 8-tooth drive. The permanent magnet gear reduction layout supports strong starting performance in a compact housing, while the 1.6 kW rating matches the electrical demand of the listed applications. Part number 17838 is also referenced under Quality-Built 17838, and this starter cross-references 31100-67DA0 and M1T86182 for the same application.

Compatible With 2001-2004 Chevrolet Tracker and 2004 Suzuki Vitara, this starter is a fitment-specific replacement for vehicles using the listed configuration. It is also a relevant search match for Chevrolet Tracker starter motor replacement and Suzuki Vitara remanufactured starter motor with side-mounted battery terminal.

Common Starting Problems It Can Address

• Engine no-crank condition when the starter motor fails
• Slow or weak cranking caused by worn internal starter components
• Intermittent starting from electrical wear in the starter assembly
• Grinding or improper engagement related to drive wear
• Starting issues on Chevrolet Tracker and Suzuki Vitara models with the specified starter configuration

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, voltage, rotation, tooth count, and mounting configuration before installation. This starter is listed for 2001-2004 Chevrolet Tracker and 2004 Suzuki Vitara applications, including the Suzuki Vitara starter motor with side-mounted battery terminal note. Confirm the existing unit matches the Mitsubishi design, clockwise rotation, and 8-tooth drive before replacing the part.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to meet application-specific requirements for electrical starting systems. Part number 17838 is a remanufactured replacement starter intended for direct-fit service on the listed Chevrolet Tracker and Suzuki Vitara applications.