MPA Electrical 6493S Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for GM Compact Applications

MPA Electrical Part Number 6493S is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.1 kW rating. It is configured for clockwise rotation and uses a 9-tooth drive, making it a direct replacement option for select Chevrolet, Pontiac, Saturn, and Oldsmobile vehicles.

This starter is a remanufactured Delco-style unit for drivers searching for a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt starter, 2003-2006 Saturn Ion starter, or a 2002-2006 Saturn Vue starter. The 6493S part number is also commonly referenced in starter replacement searches for several GM platforms from 2001 through 2006.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• 1.1 kW output rating
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive configuration
• Delco manufacturer specification

Product Details

MPA Electrical 6493S is built for GM vehicles that use a Delco-style starter with a permanent magnet gear reduction layout. The gear reduction design helps deliver strong cranking performance in a compact starter package, while the 12-volt, 1.1 kW specification matches the electrical requirements of the listed applications. If you are replacing a worn starter on a Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6, or Saturn L-series vehicle, this unit provides a fitment-specific replacement path.

This part cross-references BBB Industries 6493 and Gates 6943 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2005-2006 Chevrolet Cobalt, N/A
• Fits 2006 Chevrolet HHR, N/A
• Fits 2004-2006 Chevrolet Malibu, N/A
• Fits 2006 Pontiac G6, N/A
• Fits 2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit, N/A
• Fits 2006 Pontiac Solstice, N/A
• Fits 2003-2006 Saturn Ion, N/A
• Fits 2002-2006 Saturn Vue, N/A
• Fits 2002-2005 Chevrolet Cavalier, N/A
• Fits 2004-2005 Chevrolet Classic, N/A
• Fits 2002-2005 Pontiac Grand Am, N/A
• Fits 2002-2005 Pontiac Sunfire, N/A
• Fits 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, N/A
• Fits 2004 Saturn L300, N/A
• Fits 2001-2003 Saturn L200, N/A
• Fits 2001-2003 Saturn LW200, N/A
• Fits 2001-2002 Saturn L100, N/A

Common Replacement Reasons

• Engine cranks slowly or intermittently
• Starter clicks but does not engage
• No-crank condition with a charged battery
• Worn drive gear or damaged starter engagement
• Electrical failure in the starter motor assembly

Installation Notes

Verify the original starter’s rotation, tooth count, voltage, and mounting style before installation. Confirm vehicle-specific fitment for your Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Ion, or Pontiac G6 application, and inspect battery cables, grounds, and charging system condition during replacement to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt to meet application-specific electrical and mechanical requirements for listed GM vehicles. This 6493S unit is a remanufactured replacement built around Delco specifications for consistent starter performance in the covered applications.