Remy 17645 Starter Motor

Remanufactured Starter for Hyundai and Kia

Remy Premium Remanufactured Starter Part Number 17645 is a 12-volt starter built for select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a closed nose and clockwise rotation for direct replacement service on covered applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured starter from Remy Premium Remanufactured
• 12V electrical system application
• Permanent magnet gear reduction design for efficient cranking
• Closed nose configuration
• 8-tooth pinion
• Clockwise rotation
• OE manufacturer reference: Mando
• Pulley included

Application Details

This starter is built for fitment on select Hyundai Tiburon, Tucson, Santa Fe, Sonata, XG350, and XG300 models, plus Kia Sportage, Amanti, Magentis, Optima, Sedona, and related applications. It is a direct-fit option for drivers searching for a Hyundai Sonata starter 17645, a Kia Optima starter 17645, or a remanufactured starter for Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sedona vehicles.

This part cross-references Mando applications such as 36100-37210 and TM000A14401 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-start conditions caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or improper pinion engagement
• Electrical starting issues on 12V systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE-style mounting, clockwise rotation, 8-tooth pinion, and closed nose configuration before installation. Confirm vehicle year, make, and model against the listed fitment for Hyundai Tiburon 2003-2008, Hyundai Tucson 2005-2008, Kia Sportage 2005-2008, Hyundai Santa Fe 2001-2006, Kia Amanti 2004-2006, Kia Magentis 2001-2006, Kia Optima 2001-2006, Hyundai Sonata 1999-2005, Hyundai XG350 2002-2005, Kia Sedona 2002-2005, and Hyundai XG300 2001. For best results, inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging system output during replacement.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured starters are remanufactured to OE-style specifications for covered applications and built around the original Mando design reference. Part number 17645 is intended for direct replacement use where the listed fitment and specifications match the vehicle.