Remy 17497 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Hyundai and Kia

Remy Premium Remanufactured starter Part Number 17497 is a 12-volt replacement built for select Hyundai and Kia applications. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a closed nose and clockwise rotation for OE-style starting performance.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from Remy Premium Remanufactured
• 12V electrical system with 1.2 power rating
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design
• Closed nose configuration
• 8-tooth pinion
• Clockwise rotation
• OE manufacturer reference: Valeo
• Pulley included

Product Details

This Remy starter is built for direct replacement service on select Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tiburon, Kia Soul, Kia Sportage, Kia Spectra, and Kia Spectra5 applications. The Remy Premium Remanufactured line focuses on remanufactured electrical components for starting and charging systems, and Part Number 17497 follows the OE-style layout needed for proper engagement and cranking performance. This part cross-references 36100-23070 and TM000A37901 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2007-2012 Hyundai Elantra, N/A
• Fits 2006-2008 Hyundai Tiburon, N/A
• Fits 2010-2011 Kia Soul, N/A
• Fits 2005-2010 Kia Sportage, N/A
• Fits 2007-2009 Kia Spectra, N/A
• Fits 2007-2009 Kia Spectra5, N/A

Common Replacement Reasons

• Engine cranks slowly or intermittently
• Starter does not engage when the key is turned
• Clicking sound with no engine start
• Starter motor failure from wear in the starting system
• Need for a remanufactured OE-style starter for Hyundai Elantra or Kia Sportage service

Installation Notes

Verify the OE part number, pinion tooth count, rotation direction, and nose cone style before installation. Confirm battery condition, charging system output, and cable integrity during diagnosis so the replacement starter is not installed over an existing electrical fault. Match the vehicle application carefully for Hyundai Elantra, Kia Soul, Kia Spectra, Kia Spectra5, Kia Sportage, and Hyundai Tiburon coverage.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured starters are remanufactured electrical components built to OE-style specifications for starting-system service. Part Number 17497 is referenced to Valeo OE applications and is intended for direct-fit replacement where the listed vehicle coverage applies.