Remy 97125 Starter Motor

Remy 97125 Starter for Ford and Mercury

Remy 97125 is a new 12-volt starter built with a permanent magnet planetary gear reduction design for OE-style starting performance. It is a clockwise-rotation unit with a closed nose and 10-tooth pinion, made for Ford applications including Focus, Contour, and Mercury Cougar and Mystique coverage.

Remy New line components are built as new replacement parts for electrical, charging, and starting systems, giving buyers a direct-fit option for common Ford and Mercury starter replacement jobs.

Key Features

• New starter, not remanufactured
• 1.4 power rating
• Permanent magnet planetary gear reduction design
• Closed nose configuration
• 10-tooth pinion
• Clockwise rotation
• 12-volt electrical system
• OE manufacturer listed as Ford

Detailed Description

Remy 97125 starter is engineered for Ford and Mercury vehicles that require a 12V, clockwise-rotation starter with a closed nose and 10-pinon tooth count. The permanent magnet planetary gear reduction design supports efficient cranking in a compact starter package, making it a practical replacement for worn or failing OE units. This part cross-references Ford service numbers such as 93BB-11000-HB and F3RZ-11002-A for the same application. Common search terms for this part include starter for 2000-2004 Ford Focus, starter for 1995-2000 Ford Contour, and starter for 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2000-2004 Ford Focus, N/A
• Fits 1995-2000 Ford Contour, N/A
• Fits 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, N/A

Common Replacement Reasons

• Engine cranks slowly or intermittently
• No-crank condition when the key is turned
• Starter motor clicks but does not engage
• Starter fails to turn the engine over consistently
• Electrical starting system wear in higher-mileage Ford or Mercury vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the starter matches the vehicle’s 12-volt system, clockwise rotation, closed nose design, and 10-tooth pinion before installation. Confirm the application against the vehicle year, make, and model, especially for 2000-2004 Ford Focus, 1995-2000 Ford Contour, and 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar or 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique. Inspect battery condition, cable connections, and charging-system output during replacement to avoid repeat starting issues.

Quality Assurance

Remy New parts are supplied as new replacement components for starting-system service. This starter is built to OE-style specifications for the listed Ford and Mercury applications.