MPA Electrical 6471S Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for GM V8 Applications

MPA Electrical 6471S is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.7 kW rating. It is configured for clockwise rotation and uses a 9-tooth drive, making it a direct-fit starter option for a wide range of Cadillac, Buick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile vehicles.

This remanufactured starter is part of MPA Electrical’s Remanufactured line, focused on OE-style replacement coverage for starting-system service. Part number 6471S is commonly searched for Cadillac DeVille, Seville, Eldorado, SRX, STS, DTS, and XLR applications, as well as Buick Lucerne and Pontiac Bonneville fitments.

Key Features

• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 1.7 kW output rating for 12-volt systems
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Remanufactured Delco-style unit
• Fits a broad range of GM luxury and performance models

Detailed Product Overview

MPA Electrical 6471S is engineered as a remanufactured starter for GM vehicles that use a Delco-style starting system. The permanent magnet gear reduction design supports efficient cranking performance in a compact starter package, while the 12-volt, 1.7 kW specification matches the electrical demands of the listed applications. If you are replacing a failing starter on a Cadillac DeVille, Cadillac Seville, or Cadillac SRX, this part number provides a fitment-focused replacement path.

Fits 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, N/A. Fits 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, N/A. Fits 2005-2010 Cadillac STS, N/A. Fits 2004-2009 Cadillac SRX, N/A. Fits 2004-2009 Cadillac XLR, N/A. Fits 1995-2005 Cadillac DeVille, N/A. Fits 2004-2005 Pontiac Bonneville, N/A. Fits 1995-2004 Cadillac Seville, N/A. Fits 2001-2003 Oldsmobile Aurora, N/A. Fits 1995-1999 Oldsmobile Aurora, N/A. Fits 1995-2002 Cadillac Eldorado, N/A.

This part cross-references AMS Automotive 6471 and 6477 for the same application.

Common Starting-System Problems It May Address

• Engine no-crank condition when the starter motor has failed
• Slow or weak cranking during ignition
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or clicking during start-up
• Starter wear on higher-mileage Cadillac, Buick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original starter specifications before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, and 9-tooth drive count. Confirm the application against the vehicle’s year, make, and model, especially on Cadillac DeVille, Seville, Eldorado, and SRX platforms where multiple starting-system configurations may exist. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging-system output before replacing the starter to avoid repeat failures.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical’s Remanufactured line provides a remanufactured replacement option for starting-system service with OE-style application coverage. Part number 6471S is built to match the listed Delco-based fitments and electrical specifications for the vehicles shown above.