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MPA Electrical 6481MSN Starter Motor
Reliable Starter for Select GM and Isuzu Vehicles
The MPA Electrical New Starter 6481MSN is engineered to provide dependable starting power for a range of Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Isuzu, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Saturn models. Designed with a permanent magnet gear reduction system, this 12-volt starter delivers efficient performance and durability for your vehicle's starting needs.
- Permanent magnet gear reduction design for improved torque
- 1.4 kW power rating suitable for various engine sizes
- Clockwise rotation with 9 teeth for precise engagement
- Compatible with 12-volt electrical systems
- Manufactured by Delco, ensuring quality and reliability
Technical Details and Product Line Information
This starter features a permanent magnet gear reduction design, which enhances torque output while reducing overall weight and size compared to traditional starters. With a 1.4 kW rating, it provides sufficient power to start engines efficiently in vehicles such as the Chevrolet Impala, Pontiac Grand Prix, and GMC Sonoma. The clockwise rotation and 9-tooth pinion gear ensure proper meshing with the engine flywheel for smooth engagement.
The MPA Electrical New product line focuses on delivering updated and reliable electrical components, including starters, that meet or exceed OEM specifications. This New line starter, part number 6481MSN, is built to integrate seamlessly with the electrical and mechanical systems of compatible vehicles, offering a balance of performance and longevity.
Compatible Vehicles and Applications
This starter is compatible with a variety of makes and models, including but not limited to:
- Buick Century, Park Avenue
- Chevrolet Alero, Cavalier, Impala, Lumina, Malibu, Monte Carlo
- GMC Sonoma, Sierra, Yukon
- Isuzu Hombre
- Oldsmobile Alero, Cutlass, Silhouette
- Pontiac Aztek, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Sunfire
- Saturn Relay, Vue
Common Issues Addressed by This Starter
- Failure to crank or start the engine
- Intermittent starting problems
- Grinding noises during engine start
- Slow or weak engine turnover
- Electrical system strain due to inefficient starter
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the MPA Electrical New Starter 6481MSN, ensure the vehicle battery is fully charged and disconnected before beginning. Verify the clockwise rotation and 9-tooth pinion gear match your vehicleβs specifications. Properly torque mounting bolts and check electrical connections for corrosion or damage. It is recommended to inspect the flywheel teeth for wear to prevent engagement issues.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
This starter is manufactured by Delco and distributed under the MPA Electrical New product line, ensuring adherence to industry standards for quality and reliability. While specific warranty details are not provided here, products in this line typically come with a limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Consult the product packaging or supplier for exact warranty terms.
| Brand | MPA Electrical |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 6481MSN |
| Position | New |
| Design | Permanent Magnet Gear Reduction |
| Manufacturer | Delco |
| Rotation | Clockwise |
| Teeth | 9 |
| Volts | 12 Volts |
| kW Rating | 1.4 kW |
This part fits 133 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2007 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2006 | Chevrolet | Uplander | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2006 | Pontiac | G6 | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2006 | Pontiac | Montana | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2006 | Saturn | Relay | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Buick | Century | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Buick | Rendezvous | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Buick | Terraza | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Equinox | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Impala | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Chevrolet | Uplander | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Pontiac | Aztek | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Pontiac | G6 | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Pontiac | Montana | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Pontiac | Montana | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2005 | Saturn | Relay | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2004 | Buick | Century | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2004 | Buick | Rendezvous | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Impala | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2004 | Oldsmobile | Alero | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2004 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2004 | Pontiac | Aztek | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2004 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2004 | Pontiac | Montana | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Buick | Century | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Buick | Rendezvous | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Impala | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | S10 | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | GMC | Sonoma | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Oldsmobile | Alero | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Pontiac | Aztek | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2003 | Pontiac | Montana | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Buick | Century | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Buick | Rendezvous | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Cavalier | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Impala | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | S10 | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | GMC | Sonoma | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Oldsmobile | Alero | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Pontiac | Aztek | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Pontiac | Montana | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2002 | Pontiac | Sunfire | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Buick | Century | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Cavalier | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Impala | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Lumina | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | S10 | 2.2L | L4 | FLEX | N/A | New |
| 2001 | GMC | Sonoma | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Oldsmobile | Alero | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Pontiac | Aztek | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Pontiac | Montana | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2001 | Pontiac | Sunfire | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Buick | Century | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Cavalier | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Impala | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Lumina | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | S10 | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | GMC | Sonoma | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Isuzu | Hombre | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Oldsmobile | Alero | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Pontiac | Montana | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 2000 | Pontiac | Sunfire | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Buick | Century | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Cavalier | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Lumina | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Chevrolet | S10 | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | GMC | Sonoma | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Isuzu | Hombre | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Oldsmobile | Alero | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Pontiac | Grand Am | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Pontiac | Montana | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Pontiac | Sunfire | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 1999 | Pontiac | Trans Sport | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1998 | Buick | Century | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1998 | Chevrolet | Cavalier | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | Starter Motor with Permanent Magnet Gear Reduction technology.; New | |
| 1998 | Chevrolet | Lumina | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1998 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1998 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 1998 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1998 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1998 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1998 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1998 | Pontiac | Sunfire | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | Starter Motor with Permanent Magnet Gear Reduction technology.; New | |
| 1998 | Pontiac | Trans Sport | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1997 | Buick | Century | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1997 | Chevrolet | Lumina | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1997 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1997 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | New | |
| 1997 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1997 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 3.1L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1997 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1997 | Pontiac | Trans Sport | 3.4L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1994 | Pontiac | Bonneville | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Starter Motor with Permanent Magnet Gear Reduction technology.; New | |
| 1993 | Buick | Park Avenue | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1993 | Oldsmobile | 98 | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1993 | Pontiac | Bonneville | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1992 | Buick | Park Avenue | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1992 | Oldsmobile | 98 | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1992 | Pontiac | Bonneville | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | New | |
| 1991 | Buick | Park Avenue | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | New |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.