Remy 16683 Starter Motor

Remy 16683 Starter Overview

The Remy 16683 is a premium remanufactured 12-volt starter built for direct-drive operation and clockwise rotation. It is engineered with a closed nose design and a 9-tooth pinion for the specified application, making it a focused replacement for select Saab starting systems.

Compatible with 1979-1984 Saab 900 applications, this starter supports reliable engine cranking when the original unit shows wear, slow engagement, or intermittent starting behavior. The Remy Premium Remanufactured line is positioned as a remanufactured OE-style solution for drivers who need a replacement starter matched to the vehicle’s original electrical and mounting requirements.

Key Features

• Part number: 16683
• 12-volt starter for electrical, charging, and starting systems
• Direct drive design for consistent starter engagement
• Clockwise rotation
• Closed nose configuration
• 9-tooth pinion
• Remanufactured unit
• OE manufacturer reference: Bosch
• Power rating: 1.1
• Pulley included

Detailed Product Description

Remy 16683 is a remanufactured starter intended for 1979-1984 Saab 900 vehicles listed in the fitment data. It uses a direct-drive layout and a closed nose housing, with clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth pinion to match the original starting system requirements. The Bosch OE manufacturer reference helps identify the original equipment design family for this application. If you are replacing a worn starter on a Saab 900, this unit provides a specification-matched option for the correct year range.

This part cross-references Bosch-style applications, including 0-001-311-108 and 82-09-643, for the same application. The Remy Premium Remanufactured line focuses on remanufactured electrical components built around OE-type fit and function, which is relevant when sourcing a replacement starter for a Saab 900 from 1979 through 1984.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter wear
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or improper pinion engagement
• Electrical starting issues tied to a failing starter assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, engine configuration, and starter mounting style before installation. Confirm clockwise rotation, 12-volt system requirements, 9-tooth pinion count, and closed nose design against the removed unit to ensure a correct match for the Saab 900. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and ground integrity during replacement so the new starter can operate under proper electrical load.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are remanufactured electrical components built for OE-style replacement use. Part number 16683 is specified for the listed Saab 900 applications and aligns with Bosch OE manufacturer reference data for this starter family.