Remy 17382 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Toyota and Pontiac

Remy 17382 is a premium remanufactured starter built for 12-volt starting systems that need reliable cranking performance. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a clockwise rotation and a closed nose configuration for the listed Toyota and Pontiac applications.

Compatible with 2003-2008 Toyota Corolla, 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix, and 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe, this starter is built around OE-style specifications for direct replacement service. The Remy Premium Remanufactured line focuses on restored electrical components for common starting-system repairs.

Key Features

• Part number: 17382
• 12-volt starter for starting-system replacement
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• Remanufactured construction
• Closed nose starter housing
• 10-tooth pinion
• Clockwise rotation direction
• 1.6 power rating
• OE manufacturer reference: Nippondenso
• Pulley included

Detailed Description

Remy 17382 is engineered as a remanufactured starter for vehicles originally equipped with Nippondenso-style starting components. The permanent magnet gear reduction design supports efficient starter operation, while the closed nose configuration and 10-tooth pinion match the listed application requirements. If you are replacing a worn starter on a Toyota Corolla, Toyota Matrix, or Pontiac Vibe, this unit provides a direct-fit electrical starting solution for the specified model years. The part number 17382 is also useful when cross-checking service records or sourcing a replacement by reference number.

This part cross-references 28100-0D080 and 428000-0340 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Engine cranking failure
• Intermittent no-start condition
• Slow or weak starter engagement
• Grinding or abnormal starter noise during engagement
• Replacement of a worn OE-style starter on Toyota Corolla, Toyota Matrix, or Pontiac Vibe models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original starter specifications before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, closed nose design, and pinion tooth count. Confirm connector condition, battery health, and charging-system output before replacing the starter. For fitment-based searches, this unit fits 2003-2008 Toyota Corolla, 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix, and 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured components are remanufactured to restore electrical starting performance for the listed applications. Part number 17382 is built to match the OE-style configuration used in the specified Toyota and Pontiac vehicles.