Standard Ignition SDN-170 Starter Drive

Starter Drive for Ford and Mercury Applications

Standard Ignition SDN-170 is a starter drive built for select 1981-1982 Ford and Mercury vehicles. It is made with high-grade materials to support extended service life in starting system service, and it is produced under complete quality control from component parts through final assembly.

Compatible with 1982 Ford Escort, 1982 Mercury LN7, 1981 Ford Escort, 1981 Ford Fairmont, 1981 Ford Mustang, and 1981 Mercury Lynx, this starter drive is a direct-fit electrical starting component for the listed applications. The SDN-170 part number is also useful when cross-checking service records and replacement needs for these Ford and Mercury models.

Key Features

• Starter drive for electrical, charging, and starting system repair
• High-grade material construction for extended service life
• Manufactured with quality control maintained throughout the process
• Non-electronic component
• Not a chemical, battery, or bulb item
• Not CARB affected

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition SDN-170 is an OE-style starter drive for select Ford and Mercury passenger vehicles from the 1981 and 1982 model years. It is intended for starting system service where a worn or damaged drive can affect starter engagement and engine cranking performance. This part cross-references E1PZ11350A and 19113355 for the same application.

Use SDN-170 when servicing a 1981 Ford Mustang starter drive, a 1981 Ford Fairmont starter drive, or a 1982 Ford Escort starter drive. It also applies to 1982 Mercury LN7 and 1981 Mercury Lynx starting system repairs.

What It Helps Fix

• Starter drive slippage during engine cranking
• Grinding or inconsistent starter engagement
• Hard-start conditions caused by drive wear
• Starting system noise linked to a damaged drive assembly
• Loss of reliable starter transfer to the flywheel or ring gear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year and model before installation, especially for 1982 Ford Escort and 1982 Mercury LN7 applications listed as to 10/26/81. Confirm the starter and drive specifications match the original application before service. Inspect related starting system components for wear or damage during replacement.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition states that its starting and charging system products use high-grade materials and are manufactured under complete quality control from componentry to finished product. The SDN-170 is a non-electronic starter drive with no SDS requirement and no battery, bulb, or chemical content.