Remy 97162 Starter Motor

Starter for Ford and Lincoln Applications

Remy New starter part number 97162 is a 12-volt OE-style replacement built for Ford and Lincoln vehicles that use a permanent magnet planetary gear reduction design. It features an open nose, counterclockwise rotation, 10 pinion teeth, and a 1.4 power rating for direct-fit starting system service.

Key Features

• Remy New starter, part number 97162
• 12V electrical system application
• Permanent magnet planetary gear reduction design
• Open nose configuration
• Counterclockwise rotation
• 10-tooth pinion
• OE manufacturer listed as Ford
• Pulley included

Product Details

This Remy starter is built for Ford and Lincoln starting system applications where a compact gear-reduction design is required. The permanent magnet planetary gear reduction layout supports efficient cranking performance, while the open nose and 10-pinion-tooth configuration match the specified OE-style fitment. Part number 97162 also cross-references Ford OE numbers such as 8G1T-11000-AA and 8G1Z-11002-A for the same application.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes Ford Explorer, Ford Flex, Ford Taurus, Ford Edge, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKX, Lincoln MKS, Lincoln MKZ, Lincoln Continental, Ford Taurus X, and Mercury Sable. If you are replacing a starter on a 2011-2019 Ford Explorer or a 2007-2018 Ford Edge, this unit is built to match the listed electrical and mechanical specifications.

Common Starting Issues It Can Address

• No-crank condition when the ignition is turned
• Slow or weak engine cranking
• Intermittent starter engagement
• Grinding or improper pinion engagement
• Starter failure on Ford and Lincoln 12V applications

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s original starter configuration before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, counterclockwise rotation, open nose design, and 10-tooth pinion count. Confirm fitment against the vehicle application and OE reference numbers before replacing the starter. This part number 97162 is listed for Ford Explorer, Ford Flex, Ford Taurus, Ford Edge, and related Lincoln and Mercury applications shown in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

Remy New electrical components are built for OE-style replacement service. This starter is identified as a new unit and is specified for Ford OE applications, supporting accurate fitment selection for starting system repair.