MPA Electrical 6495S Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for GM Trucks and Vans

The MPA Electrical 6495S remanufactured starter is built for 12-volt GM applications that need reliable cranking performance. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth drive for the listed Chevrolet and GMC fitments.

MPA Electrical’s remanufactured product line focuses on rebuilt electrical components for direct replacement use. This starter is a remanufactured Delco-style unit, making it a practical choice for drivers and repair shops servicing Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500, Express, Savana, Astro, Blazer, Jimmy, Safari, S10, and Sonoma applications.

• Part number: 6495S
• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 1.2 kW rating for 12-volt starting systems
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive
• Remanufactured Delco application
• Cross-reference: BBB Industries 6495

Detailed Product Overview

This starter is specified for a range of 2004-2008 Chevrolet and GMC vehicles, including 2005-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, 2005-2007 Chevrolet Express 1500 and GMC Savana 1500, and 2005-2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 and GMC Savana 2500. It also covers 2005 Chevrolet Astro, Blazer, GMC Jimmy, and Safari, plus 2004 second-production applications such as Chevrolet S10, Silverado 1500, Express 1500, Express 2500, Astro, Blazer, GMC Jimmy, Safari, Savana 1500, Savana 2500, Sierra 1500, and Sonoma.

Use the 6495S when replacing a worn starter on GM trucks and vans that require a 12-volt, clockwise-rotation unit with a 9-tooth drive. The remanufactured construction supports direct replacement service for common no-crank and slow-crank repairs on the listed Chevrolet and GMC platforms.

Common Problems This Starter Can Address

• Engine cranks slowly or inconsistently
• Starter clicks but does not engage the engine
• No-crank condition caused by starter wear
• Intermittent starting on 12-volt GM systems
• Drive gear engagement issues on the listed applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s year, make, model, and production sequence before ordering, especially for 2004 second-production applications. Verify the starter’s 12-volt specification, clockwise rotation, 1.2 kW rating, and 9-tooth drive against the original unit before installation. Inspect battery condition, cable integrity, and ground connections during diagnosis to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

This MPA Electrical remanufactured starter is built as a replacement electrical component for the listed GM applications. It is a remanufactured Delco-style unit identified by part number 6495S and cross-references BBB Industries 6495 for the same application.