Remy 17298 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Honda and Acura

Remy 17298 is a premium remanufactured 12-volt starter built for select Honda and Acura applications from 1998 through 2007. It uses a permanent magnet offset gear reduction design with an open nose and counterclockwise rotation for OE-style starting performance.

Compatible with 1998-2007 Honda Accord, 1999-2006 Honda Odyssey, 2003-2005 Honda Pilot, 1998-1999 Acura CL, 2001-2003 Acura CL, 1999-2006 Acura TL, and 2001-2002 Acura MDX. This part number, 17298, is also a direct reference point for OE-style replacement searches on these vehicles.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from Remy Premium Remanufactured
• 12-volt electrical system
• 1.6 power rating
• Permanent magnet offset gear reduction design
• Open nose configuration
• 9-tooth pinion
• Counterclockwise rotation
• OE manufacturer reference: Mitsuba
• Pulley included

Product Details

Remy 17298 is engineered as a remanufactured starter for Honda Accord, Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, Acura TL, Acura CL, and Acura MDX applications. The permanent magnet offset gear reduction design supports efficient cranking performance, while the open nose housing and 9-tooth pinion match the listed OE-style configuration. If you are searching for a starter for a 1998-2007 Honda Accord or a 1999-2006 Acura TL, this unit provides a fitment-specific replacement option. Cross-reference part numbers include 31200-P8A-A01 and SM442-31 for the same application.

Common Starting Problems This Starter Addresses

• Engine no-crank condition
• Slow or weak cranking
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Starter noise during engagement
• Failure to start after key turn

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE-style mounting, electrical connections, rotation direction, and pinion tooth count before installation. Confirm the vehicle application against the listed fitment for your Honda Accord, Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, Acura CL, Acura TL, or Acura MDX. Inspect battery condition, cable integrity, and charging system output during replacement to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are remanufactured to restore starter function for listed applications and are built around OE manufacturer reference data from Mitsuba. This helps support consistent fitment and starting performance on the specified Honda and Acura vehicles.