Remy 16940 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Chrysler and Dodge Applications

Remy Premium Remanufactured Part Number 16940 is a 12-volt starter built with an offset gear reduction design for reliable engine cranking. It features a closed nose, clockwise rotation, 11 pinion teeth, and a 1.4 power rating, with a pulley included and OE manufacturer reference to Nippondenso.

This Remy 16940 starter is a direct-fit remanufactured replacement for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles, including Daytona, Dynasty, LeBaron, Caravan, Spirit, Acclaim, Voyager, New Yorker, Grand Caravan, and Grand Voyager applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from Remy Premium Remanufactured
• Part Number: 16940
• 12-volt electrical system
• Offset gear reduction design for efficient cranking
• Closed nose configuration
• Clockwise rotation
• 11-tooth pinion
• OE manufacturer reference: Nippondenso
• Pulley included

Detailed Product Overview

Remy 16940 is engineered for vehicles originally equipped with a Nippondenso-style starter and is listed across multiple Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth platforms from 1987 through 1990. It is a remanufactured electrical starting component intended for applications that require the specified 12V, offset gear reduction layout, closed nose housing, and clockwise rotation. For buyers searching for a starter motor for a 1990 Chrysler Daytona, a 1987-1990 Dodge Caravan starter, or a 1987-1989 Plymouth Voyager starter, this unit matches the documented fitment and OE-style configuration.

This part cross-references 128000-3500 and 4419340 for the same application.

Common Starting Issues This Starter Can Address

• Engine no-crank condition when the starter motor has failed
• Slow or weak cranking caused by worn internal starter components
• Intermittent starting from electrical wear in the starter assembly
• Grinding or improper engagement related to pinion and drive wear
• Replacement needs for a Nippondenso-style starter on listed Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original starter configuration before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, closed nose design, and 11 pinion teeth. Confirm the OE-style Nippondenso application against the removed unit and match the part number 16940 to the vehicle’s original specifications. Clean battery connections and inspect cables, grounds, and charging-system condition during replacement to help avoid repeat starting complaints.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are remanufactured to restore core functionality for electrical starting applications. This starter is built as a remanufactured replacement for the listed Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth fitments and follows the documented OE-style configuration for those vehicles.

• Fits 1990 Chrysler Daytona, N/A; Starter Motor compatible with NDenso Unit; Premium Remanufactured
• Fits 1988-1990 Chrysler Dynasty, N/A; Starter Motor compatible with NDenso Unit; Premium Remanufactured
• Fits 1990 Chrysler LeBaron, N/A; Starter Motor compatible with NDenso Unit; Premium Remanufactured
• Fits 1987-1990 Dodge Caravan, N/A; Starter Motor compatible with NDenso Unit; Premium Remanufactured
• Fits 1990 Dodge Daytona, N/A; Starter Motor compatible with NDenso Unit; Premium Remanufactured
• Fits 1989-1990 Dodge Spirit, N/A; Starter Motor compatible with NDenso Unit; Premium Remanufactured
• Fits 1989-1990 Plymouth Acclaim, N/A; Starter Motor compatible with NDenso Unit; Premium Remanufactured
• Fits 1987-1990 Plymouth Voyager, N/A; Starter Motor compatible with NDenso Unit; Premium Remanufactured
• Fits 1988-1989 Chrysler New Yorker, N/A; Starter Motor compatible with NDenso Unit; Premium Remanufactured
• Fits 1987-1989 Dodge Grand Caravan, N/A; Starter Motor compatible with NDenso Unit; Premium Remanufactured
• Fits 1987-1989 Plymouth Grand Voyager, N/A; Starter Motor compatible with NDenso Unit; Premium Remanufactured