Remy 17631 Starter

Remanufactured Starter for Toyota Paseo and Tercel

Remy Premium Remanufactured starter part number 17631 is a 12-volt replacement built for select Toyota Paseo and Toyota Tercel applications. It uses a planetary gear reduction design with a closed nose and clockwise rotation for OE-style starting performance.

Remy Premium Remanufactured focuses on remanufactured electrical components for starting and charging systems. This starter is listed as superseded to 17284 and is intended for vehicles originally equipped with Nippondenso-style starter specifications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured 12V starter for starting system service
• Planetary gear reduction design for compact, efficient operation
• Closed nose configuration
• Clockwise rotation
• 9-tooth pinion
• 0.9 power rating
• OE manufacturer reference: Nippondenso
• Superseded to 17284

Detailed Description

Remy 17631 is a premium remanufactured starter for Toyota Paseo and Toyota Tercel models that require a Nippondenso-type unit. The starter’s planetary gear reduction design supports strong cranking performance in a compact housing, while the closed nose and 9-tooth pinion match the listed application requirements. This part number 17631 is also cross-referenced to 28100-11090 and 228000-4030 for the same application.

Compatible With 1997-1999 Toyota Paseo, N/A; 1999 Toyota Tercel, N/A; 1998 Toyota Tercel, N/A; 1996-1997 Toyota Tercel, N/A; and 1996 Toyota Paseo, N/A. Fitment notes include cold weather exclusions and production-date restrictions where listed, so verify the vehicle build details before ordering. Part number 17631 is a direct reference point for these Toyota starter applications.

What This Starter Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-crank starting condition
• Starter noise from worn internal components
• Intermittent starting caused by aging electrical parts
• Replacement needs for a superseded Toyota starter application

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s year, model, and any fitment notes before installation, especially cold weather exclusions and the 12/1997 production cutoff listed for certain Toyota Tercel applications. Verify the starter’s clockwise rotation, 12V rating, 9-tooth pinion, and closed nose configuration against the original unit. Compare the OE reference and interchange numbers to ensure the correct replacement before installation.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are remanufactured electrical components built for starter and charging system replacement needs. This unit is identified as a remanufactured starter and is listed with OE manufacturer reference information for Nippondenso-based applications.