{"product_id":"mpa-electrical-17988n-starter-motor","title":"MPA Electrical 17988N Starter Motor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStarter for Hyundai and Kia Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMPA Electrical Part Number 17988N is a new 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.2 kW rating. It uses a clockwise rotation and an 8-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit replacement for select Hyundai Elantra, Tiburon, and Kia Soul, Spectra, Spectra5, and Sportage applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermanent magnet gear reduction starter design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.2 kW output for 12-volt starting systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClockwise rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-tooth drive configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured by Valeo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew replacement starter, MPA Electrical 17988N\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis starter is built for select Hyundai and Kia vehicles that require a 12-volt, clockwise-rotation unit with an 8-tooth drive. The permanent magnet gear reduction design helps deliver compact packaging and efficient cranking performance for everyday starting demands. MPA Electrical 17988N is a practical replacement choice for drivers servicing a Hyundai Elantra starter, Kia Sportage starter, or Kia Soul starter application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible vehicle coverage includes Fits 2007-2012 Hyundai Elantra, N\/A; Fits 2010-2011 Kia Soul, N\/A; Fits 2007-2009 Kia Spectra, N\/A; Fits 2007-2009 Kia Spectra5, N\/A; Fits 2005-2009 Kia Sportage, N\/A; Fits 2006-2008 Hyundai Tiburon, N\/A; and Fits 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, N\/A. This part number, 17988N, is also useful when searching for a starter for 2007-2012 Hyundai Elantra or 2005-2009 Kia Sportage starting-system service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine no-crank condition caused by starter failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow or weak cranking during ignition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermittent starting after key turn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrinding or improper starter engagement related to drive mismatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs for worn 12-volt starter assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and starter specifications before installation. Confirm clockwise rotation, 12-volt system voltage, 1.2 kW output, and 8-tooth drive count against the original unit. For fitment-specific searches, MPA Electrical 17988N is listed for Hyundai Elantra, Kia Soul, Kia Spectra, Kia Spectra5, Kia Sportage, and Hyundai Tiburon applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis starter is manufactured by Valeo and offered as a new replacement unit under the MPA Electrical brand line. Part number 17988N provides a specification-based replacement option for select Hyundai and Kia starting systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MPA Electrical","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44637025861813,"sku":"FQTW-17988N","price":181.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/MA_17988N_Fro.jpg?v=1775074871","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/mpa-electrical-17988n-starter-motor","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}