MPA Electrical 3502S Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for GM and Jeep Applications

MPA Electrical 3502S is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for direct-drive applications that need a clockwise rotation and 9-tooth engagement. With a 1.5 kW rating and Delco manufacturer specification, it is a fitment-focused replacement for a wide range of late-1970s and early-1980s Buick, Chevrolet, Jeep, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles.

This starter is a practical replacement for vehicles such as the Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Firebird, and Jeep CJ7 when the original unit shows signs of wear or failure. Part number 3502S is also cross-referenced to Anchor 3502 and 3602 for the same application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter for electrical, charging, and starting system service
• Direct drive design for OE-style fitment
• 1.5 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system specification
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive engagement
• Delco manufacturer specification
• Part number 3502S for catalog matching

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 3502S is a remanufactured starter intended for classic GM and Jeep platforms that use a direct-drive, clockwise-rotation starter with a 9-tooth drive. The 1.5 kW rating and 12-volt configuration align with the original starting system requirements for many Buick Century and Regal, Chevrolet El Camino and Monte Carlo, and Pontiac Grand Prix and LeMans applications. Use this unit when replacing a worn starter on vehicles that need a Delco-style remanufactured replacement with catalog-matched specifications.

Fits 1978-1981 Chevrolet El Camino, N/A; Fits 1980-1981 Chevrolet Camaro, N/A; Fits 1980-1981 Jeep CJ7, N/A; Fits 1978-1981 Pontiac Grand Prix, N/A; Fits 1978-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass, N/A.

Common Problems This Starter Can Address

• Engine cranking slowly or inconsistently
• No-crank condition when the ignition is turned
• Starter drive engagement noise or failure to engage
• Intermittent starting caused by worn internal starter components
• Electrical starting system wear on higher-mileage classic vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, direct-drive layout, and 9-tooth drive engagement. Confirm the application against the vehicle’s year, make, and model, especially for listings marked Except California. Compare the original unit and connector/bolt pattern to ensure the replacement matches the existing starting system.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured components are built to restore serviceable starting performance using application-specific specifications. This part number 3502S is cataloged for direct replacement use across confirmed Buick, Chevrolet, Jeep, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac fitments.