MPA Electrical 6970S Starter Motor

Starter for GM Trucks and SUVs

MPA Electrical 6970S is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for GM truck and SUV applications that need reliable cranking performance. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design, a 1.4 kW rating, clockwise rotation, and a 9-tooth drive for the listed Chevrolet, GMC, Hummer, and Saab fitments.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from MPA Electrical
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for compact, efficient operation
• 1.4 kW output
• 12-volt electrical system
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth drive
• Delco manufacturer reference

Application Details

This MPA Electrical remanufactured starter, part number 6970S, is listed for a wide range of Chevrolet and GMC platforms, including Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500, Express 1500, Express 2500, Express 3500, Sierra 1500, Sierra, Savana 1500, Savana 2500, Savana 3500, Tahoe, Suburban 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL 1500, Colorado, Canyon, Avalanche, Cheyenne, Hummer H3, Hummer H3T, Trailblazer, and Saab 9-7x. This part cross-references BBB Industries 6970 for the same application.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or clicking during start-up
• Electrical starting issues on 12-volt GM applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and starter specifications before installation. Confirm clockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive count, and 12-volt system requirements against the original unit. For fitment, this starter is listed for 2008-2017 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2008-2017 Chevrolet Express 3500, 2008-2017 GMC Savana 2500, 2008-2017 GMC Savana 3500, 2008-2014 Chevrolet Express 1500, 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2009-2014 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2009-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2008-2014 GMC Savana 1500, 2009-2014 GMC Sierra, 2009-2014 GMC Yukon, 2009-2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500, 2009-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche, 2009-2013 Chevrolet Cheyenne, 2009-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2009-2013 GMC Sierra 1500, 2009-2012 Chevrolet Colorado, 2009-2012 GMC Canyon, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 2008-2010 Hummer H3, 2009-2010 Hummer H3T, 2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2009 Saab 9-7x.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured components are rebuilt to restore starter function for the listed GM and related applications. The Delco reference and OE-style specifications help support proper replacement selection for Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, and other compatible vehicles in the cataloged fitment range.