MPA Electrical 3175 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Ford Applications

MPA Electrical Part Number 3175 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for direct-drive operation with clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth drive. With a 1.2 kW rating, it is specified for select Ford and Mercury vehicles from the early 1980s, including Mustang, Fairmont, LTD, Ranger, Thunderbird, Marquis, Zephyr, and Cougar applications.

This remanufactured starter is built for vehicles that need a direct-drive replacement with the correct Ford starter configuration. Part number 3175 is also a useful reference when searching for a remanufactured starter for 1982-1983 Ford Mustang, 1983 Ford Ranger, or 1983 Ford LTD applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Direct drive design for Ford starter applications
• 1.2 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive gear
• Fits select Ford and Mercury models from 1981-1984

Fitment Details

• Fits 1983-1984 Mercury Marquis, N/A
• Fits 1982-1983 Ford Fairmont, N/A
• Fits 1983 Ford LTD, N/A
• Fits 1982-1983 Ford Mustang, N/A
• Fits 1983 Ford Ranger, N/A
• Fits 1983 Ford Thunderbird, N/A
• Fits 1982-1983 Mercury Zephyr, N/A
• Fits 1982 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 1981 Ford Fairmont, N/A, Second Production, (w/ 254mm str. length); Remanufactured
• Fits 1981 Mercury Cougar, N/A, Second Production, (w/ 254mm str. length); Remanufactured
• Fits 1981 Mercury Zephyr, N/A, Second Production, (w/ 254mm str. length); Remanufactured

What This Starter Helps Address

• Engine no-crank condition caused by starter failure
• Slow or weak cranking during startup
• Intermittent starting problems related to worn starter components
• Noise from a damaged starter drive or gear engagement issue
• Replacement needs for a remanufactured Ford starter with the correct rotation and tooth count

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive, and direct-drive design. Confirm the application against the vehicle’s year, make, model, and any notes such as the 1981 second-production fitment with 254mm strut length. This part cross-references Anchor 3175 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt for replacement use in specified charging and starting applications. Part number 3175 is listed for direct-fit use on the confirmed Ford and Mercury vehicles shown above.