Remy 16720 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Mitsubishi Applications

Remy Premium Remanufactured Starter 16720 is a 12-volt replacement starter built with an offset gear reduction design for dependable cranking performance. It uses an open nose configuration, clockwise rotation, and a 9-tooth pinion, with a 1.2 power rating for the listed Mitsubishi OE applications.

Remy’s Premium Remanufactured line focuses on OE-style electrical replacement parts for starting and charging systems. This starter is built for direct replacement use on select Chrysler, Dodge, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, and Plymouth vehicles, including Mitsubishi Starion, Dodge Ram 50, and Chrysler Conquest applications.

Key Features

• Remy Premium Remanufactured starter, part number 16720
• 12V electrical system application
• Offset gear reduction design for starter engagement
• Open nose configuration
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth pinion
• OE manufacturer reference: Mitsubishi
• Power rating: 1.2
• Includes pulley

Detailed Description

This Remy starter is engineered for vehicles originally equipped with Mitsubishi starting system components and cross-references OE and aftermarket numbers used in the same applications. This part cross-references Mitsubishi OE numbers such as M2T53080 and MD023746 for the same application. It is a direct-fit starter solution for select 1981-1989 Chrysler, Dodge, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, and Plymouth models, including Fits 1987-1989 Chrysler Conquest, Fits 1985-1989 Mitsubishi Starion, and Fits 1984-1986 Dodge Colt.

Additional vehicle coverage includes Fits 1984-1986 Dodge Conquest, Fits 1985-1986 Mitsubishi Galant, Fits 1984-1985 Mitsubishi Cordia, and Fits 1983-1984 Dodge Ram 50. Fitment notes vary by application, including some vehicles listed without a nose cone and some 1984 Mitsubishi Mighty Max applications noted without ignition bypass wire.

What It Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or improper pinion engagement
• Electrical starting system replacement on Mitsubishi-based applications

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and fitment notes before installation.
• Confirm open nose and clockwise rotation requirements match the original starter.
• Check pinion tooth count and mounting style against the removed unit.
• Review application notes such as wo/Nose Cone or wo/Ignition Bypass Wire where listed.
• Inspect battery condition, cables, and charging system output during replacement.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are remanufactured to serve as OE-style replacements for starting and charging system service. This starter is built for the listed Mitsubishi and Mitsubishi-based vehicle applications, including Mitsubishi Starion, Dodge Ram 50, and Chrysler Conquest coverage.