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Remy 16242 Starter Motor

Brand Remy 16242
Design Direct Drive
New or Remanufactured Remanufactured
Nose Cone Type Closed Nose
Number Of Pinion Teeth 9
OE Manufacturer Nippondenso
Power Rating 0.8
Pulley Included Yes
Rotation Direction Clockwise
Voltage (V) 12
Product line Premium Remanufactured
Fits Ford · 2 vehicles

OE direct replacement. Remanufactured starter built for straightforward installation.

Direct drive design. Delivers dependable cranking with a simple, proven layout.

Closed nose construction. Helps protect internal components for lasting performance.

Cross-references 0578-18-400, 0578-18-400A and 028000-3240 for the same application. See all 6.

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Starter for 1972-1973 Ford Courier

Remy Premium Remanufactured Starter 16242 is a 12-volt, direct drive starter built for 1972-1973 Ford Courier applications. It uses a closed nose design, clockwise rotation, and a 9-tooth pinion for the specified OE-style fitment.

Key Features

  • Remanufactured starter from Remy Premium Remanufactured
  • 12V electrical system application
  • Direct drive design for OE-style starting performance
  • Closed nose configuration
  • Clockwise rotation
  • 9-pinion-tooth design
  • OE manufacturer reference: Nippondenso
  • Part number: 16242

Product Details

Remy 16242 is a remanufactured starter for Ford Courier models from 1972-1973, with notes for vehicles without threaded mounting ears. This starter is built around the original Nippondenso OE design and is intended for owners replacing a worn or failing starter on a Ford Courier with the correct electrical and mounting configuration. The Remy Premium Remanufactured line focuses on OE-style replacement components, and this unit follows that approach with the specified direct drive layout and 12-volt operation. If you are searching for a 1972 Ford Courier starter or a 1973 Ford Courier starter, Remy 16242 is the listed application.

This part cross-references 028000-3240 and D27Z-11002-A for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

  • Slow or weak engine cranking
  • No-start conditions caused by starter failure
  • Intermittent starter engagement
  • Grinding or improper pinion engagement
  • Electrical starting issues on a 12V Ford Courier

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle uses the listed 1972-1973 Ford Courier application and the note for without threaded mounting ears before installation. Confirm the starter’s clockwise rotation, 9-tooth pinion, closed nose design, and 12-volt specification match the original unit. Compare the OE reference and mounting style to the removed starter to help ensure correct replacement.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are remanufactured to support OE-style replacement needs using the original Nippondenso application reference for this starter. Part number 16242 is cataloged for the specified Ford Courier fitment.

This part fits 2 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1973FordCourier1.8LL4N/Awo/Threaded Mtg Ears; Premium Remanufactured
1972FordCourier1.8LL4N/Awo/Threaded Mtg Ears; Premium Remanufactured
Directly replaces or cross-references 6 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
0578-18-4000578-18-400A028000-3240028000-3241028000-3420D27Z-11002-A