Remy 17338 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Toyota and Lexus

Remy Premium Remanufactured 17338 is a 12-volt starter built for select Toyota and Lexus applications that use a Nippondenso-style design. It features a permanent magnet gear reduction layout, counterclockwise rotation, an open nose cone, and 13 pinion teeth for direct-fit replacement in covered vehicles.

The Remy Premium Remanufactured line focuses on remanufactured electrical components built to match OE-style fit and function. For shoppers searching for a remanufactured starter for Toyota Highlander, Camry, Avalon, RAV4, Sienna, Venza, or Lexus ES350 applications, part number 17338 provides a cataloged replacement option for the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Remy Premium Remanufactured starter, part number 17338
• 12-volt electrical system
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• Open nose cone configuration
• 13-tooth pinion
• Counterclockwise rotation
• OE manufacturer reference: Nippondenso
• Pulley included as listed in product attributes

Detailed Description

This starter is engineered for direct replacement in a wide range of Toyota and Lexus vehicles, including Toyota Highlander, Camry, Avalon, RAV4, Venza, Sienna, Solara, and Lexus ES350, RX330, RX350, ES330, and ES300 applications. It also cross-references Toyota and Lexus OE numbers such as 28100-0A010 and 28100-20020 for the same application. If you are replacing a failing starter on a 2004-2009 Toyota Highlander or a 2012-2019 Toyota Highlander, this Remy 17338 remanufactured unit is built around the listed OE-style specifications.

What It Helps Address

• Engine no-crank condition
• Intermittent starting or slow cranking
• Starter motor noise during engagement
• Electrical wear in high-mileage starting systems
• Replacement of a worn OE-style Nippondenso starter

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration, including 12V system, counterclockwise rotation, and 13 pinion teeth, before installation.
• Check the application notes for model-specific exclusions, including 2017-2019 Toyota Highlander without Engine Stop/Start and 2018 Toyota RAV4 built in Japan exceptions.
• Confirm fitment by year, make, and model for Toyota Camry, Avalon, Sienna, Venza, and Lexus ES350 applications.
• Inspect battery condition, charging output, and cable connections before replacing the starter.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are remanufactured electrical components built to OE-style specifications for covered applications. This starter is cataloged for direct replacement use in the listed Toyota and Lexus vehicles, with fitment defined by the provided vehicle data.