Remy 17178 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Mitsubishi Applications

The Remy 17178 is a premium remanufactured 12-volt starter built for direct-drive operation and OE-style fitment on select Hyundai, Dodge, Mitsubishi, and Plymouth vehicles. It uses a closed nose design, clockwise rotation, and an 8-tooth pinion to match the original starting system requirements.

Compatible with 1991-2001 Hyundai Accent, 1991-1995 Dodge Colt, 1992-1994 Hyundai Excel, 1991-1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 1992-1994 Mitsubishi Precis, 1991-1994 Plymouth Laser, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe, and 1991-1992 Mitsubishi Mirage. This Remy 17178 starter is a direct replacement for Mitsubishi-based starter applications where correct rotation, voltage, and pinion engagement matter.

Key Features

• Premium remanufactured starter from Remy Premium Remanufactured
• 12-volt electrical system
• Direct-drive design for OE-style starting performance
• Closed nose cone construction
• 8-pinon tooth count for proper ring gear engagement
• Clockwise rotation direction
• OE manufacturer reference: Mitsubishi
• Pulley included as listed in product data

Detailed Product Overview

Built for starter replacement on Mitsubishi-sourced applications, the Remy 17178 is engineered around the original equipment layout used across multiple compact cars from the early 1990s through 2001. The remanufactured construction makes it a practical choice when replacing a worn starter that has developed slow cranking, intermittent engagement, or no-start symptoms. This part cross-references Dorman - First Stop M39376 for the same application.

Use this starter when servicing vehicles such as the Hyundai Accent, Mitsubishi Eclipse, and Plymouth Laser, where the starter must match the OE-style mounting, rotation, and pinion specifications. The part number 17178 is also referenced in interchange listings including 36100-21770 and MD180239.

Common Problems This Starter Can Address

• Engine cranks slowly or inconsistently
• Starter does not engage the flywheel or ring gear correctly
• No-crank condition caused by starter wear
• Intermittent starting after repeated key cycles
• Noise during cranking from worn starter components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original starter configuration before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, closed nose design, and 8-tooth pinion count. Confirm fitment against the vehicle application and OE reference numbers before replacing the unit. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging system output during diagnosis to avoid repeat starter failure.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are remanufactured to restore OE-style function for electrical starting applications. The 17178 is built as a remanufactured replacement starter for Mitsubishi-based fitments and related applications listed above.