Remy 97117 Starter Motor

Starter for Ford Ranger and Mazda B-Series

Remy 97117 is a new 12-volt starter built for Ford OE applications with a permanent magnet planetary gear reduction design. It uses a closed nose, clockwise rotation, and a 10-tooth pinion to support reliable engine cranking in select Ford Ranger, Mazda B2300, Mazda B2500, and Ford Mustang applications.

Remy New line coverage focuses on direct-fit electrical replacement parts for starting and charging systems. This starter is built to match the OE-style configuration needed for the listed vehicles, including 1997 Ford Ranger units with either a post “S” terminal or a spade “S” terminal on the solenoid.

Key Features

• Part number: 97117
• New starter for 12-volt starting systems
• Permanent magnet planetary gear reduction design
• Closed nose construction
• Clockwise rotation
• 10-pinion-tooth configuration
• Power rating: 1.4
• OE manufacturer reference: Ford
• Remy New product line

Detailed Description

Remy 97117 is a replacement starter engineered for select Ford and Mazda vehicles that use a Ford OE-style starting system. The permanent magnet planetary gear reduction design helps deliver compact packaging and controlled cranking performance, while the closed nose and clockwise rotation match the listed applications. If you are searching for a starter for a 1991-1996 Ford Ranger, 1997 Ford Ranger with the correct solenoid terminal style, 1998-2001 Ford Ranger, 1994-1997 Mazda B2300, 1998-2001 Mazda B2500, or 1992-1993 Ford Mustang, this part number is built for those fitments.

This starter cross-references Ford F1TZ-11002-A and F87U-11000-AA for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Slow or weak engine cranking
• No-crank condition caused by starter failure
• Intermittent starting performance from worn internal components
• Starter noise related to pinion or drive wear
• Replacement needs for OE-style Ford starting system service

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle year, make, and model before ordering.
• Confirm the 1997 Ford Ranger solenoid terminal style: post “S” terminal or spade “S” terminal.
• Check that the existing starter uses a 12-volt, clockwise, closed-nose configuration with a 10-tooth pinion.
• Inspect battery condition, cables, and ground connections during installation to avoid repeat starting issues.
• Compare the removed unit to the new starter before final mounting.

Quality Assurance

Remy New starters are built as new replacement components for electrical starting system service and are matched to the OE manufacturer application data provided for this part.