MPA Electrical 6656S Starter Motor

Starter for Ford, Mazda, Mercury and Jaguar

MPA Electrical 6656S is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet gear reduction design and a 1.5 kW rating. It is configured for counterclockwise rotation and 22 teeth, making it a direct replacement option for select Ford, Mazda, Mercury, and Jaguar applications.

This remanufactured starter is part of MPA Electrical’s Remanufactured line, focused on OE-style replacement coverage for starting-system service. The 6656S is a practical choice when diagnosing slow cranking, no-start conditions, or starter drive engagement problems on covered vehicles.

• Permanent magnet gear reduction starter design
• 12-volt electrical system application
• 1.5 kW output rating
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 22-tooth drive configuration
• Fits select Ford, Mazda, Mercury, and Jaguar models
• Part number: 6656S

Fitment Coverage

• Fits 2002-2008 Jaguar X-Type, N/A
• Fits 2001-2004 Ford Escape, N/A
• Fits 2001-2004 Mazda Tribute, N/A
• Fits 2000-2002 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 2000-2001 Ford Focus, N/A
• Fits 2000 Ford Contour, N/A

For search relevance, this starter is commonly referenced for Ford Escape starter replacement, Mazda Tribute starter replacement, and Jaguar X-Type starter replacement needs. The 6656S also cross-references AMS Automotive 6656 for the same application.

Common Replacement Symptoms

• Engine cranks slowly or intermittently
• Starter clicks but does not engage
• No-crank condition with a charged battery
• Grinding or weak starter drive engagement
• Starting-system failure on covered Ford, Mazda, Mercury, or Jaguar vehicles

Installation Notes

Verify 12-volt system requirements, counterclockwise rotation, 22-tooth drive count, and mounting match before installation. Confirm the vehicle application against the listed fitment for 2000-2008 Ford, Mazda, Mercury, and Jaguar models, including Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Cougar, Ford Focus, Ford Contour, and Jaguar X-Type. Inspect battery condition, cables, grounds, and charging-system output during diagnosis to avoid repeat starter failure.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are rebuilt for replacement use in starting-system service. Part number 6656S is remanufactured and application-matched to the listed vehicles for direct-fit coverage.