Remy 16903 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Honda Accord and Prelude

Remy Premium Remanufactured starter Part Number 16903 is a 12-volt replacement starter built with an offset gear reduction design for reliable engine cranking. It is a remanufactured Mitsuba unit with an open nose, clockwise rotation, and a 9-tooth pinion for confirmed applications in select Honda Accord and Honda Prelude models.

Key Features

• Remy Premium Remanufactured starter, Part Number 16903
• 12V electrical system application
• Offset gear reduction design for controlled starter engagement
• Open nose configuration
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth pinion
• OE manufacturer listed as Mitsuba
• Power rating: 1.4
• Pulley included per product data

Product Details

This Remy Premium Remanufactured starter is built for direct replacement use on 1983-1989 Honda Accord and 1983-1987 Honda Prelude applications listed with Mitsuba starter units. The remanufactured construction follows the original OE manufacturer layout, with an offset gear reduction design that supports consistent cranking performance in the correct 12-volt system. If you are searching for a Honda Accord starter or Honda Prelude starter by part number 16903, this unit matches the specified fitment and electrical configuration.

This part cross-references Mitsubishi-style starter applications such as SM302-01 and SM302-02 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1983-1989 Honda Accord, N/A; Mitsuba Unit; Premium Remanufactured
• Fits 1983-1987 Honda Prelude, N/A; Mitsuba Unit; Premium Remanufactured

Common Issues This Starter Addresses

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Intermittent starting caused by worn starter components
• Starter noise related to pinion or drive wear
• Electrical starting failure in a 12-volt Mitsuba-style system

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE manufacturer, rotation direction, pinion tooth count, and nose cone style before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses the listed Mitsuba starter configuration and match the application to the correct Honda Accord or Honda Prelude year range. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging system output during replacement to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are remanufactured to restore core starter function for OE-style replacement applications. Part Number 16903 is specified for the listed Honda fitments and OE Mitsuba configuration.