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Standard Ignition SS-348 Starter Solenoid
| Brand | Standard Ignition 645-221 |
|---|---|
| Color | Black and White |
| Gender | Male Female |
| Material | Plastic |
| Package Contents | 1 Pigtail |
| Shape | Molded Assembly |
| Terminal Gender | Male and Female |
| Terminal Quantity | 2 |
| Terminal Type | Blade; Pin |
| Water Resistant | Yes |
| Wire Gauge Measurement | 14 |
| Wire Quantity | 4 |
| Wiring Harness Length | 200 |
| Fits | —88 vehicles |
12-volt operation. Built for standard electrical systems.
Four terminals. Screw-and-blade connections simplify wiring.
Male terminals. Provides a secure electrical interface.
Cross-references PowerStop S5402, Spectra Premium ST323 and Standard Ignition SS-348 for the same application. See all 8.
Starter Solenoid for Volvo and BMW Applications
Standard Ignition SS-348 is a 12-volt starter solenoid built for select Volvo and BMW vehicles from the 1980s and 1990s. It features a 4-terminal layout with screw and blade terminals, a male terminal gender, and a compact 2.02-inch overall length for direct replacement use where the original unit matches the listed specifications.
Key Features
- 12-volt starter solenoid for charging and starting system repair
- 4 terminals with screw and blade terminal types
- Male terminal design for listed applications
- Compact 2.02-inch length for OE-style fitment
- No connector quantity, mounting bracket, spring, or hardware included
- Cross-reference: Spectra Premium ST323
Detailed Product Information
The Standard Ignition SS-348 starter solenoid is specified for a range of import vehicles, including BMW 318i, 325i, 528e, 535i, 635CSi, 735i, M3, and M6, plus Volvo 240, 740, 760, 780, 940, and 960, as well as Saab 900 and 9000 applications listed below. It is a practical replacement for diagnosing or restoring starter engagement on vehicles that use the matching 12-volt, 4-terminal configuration. This part number, SS-348, is also referenced under interchange numbers including Standard Ignition SS823 and PowerStop S5402.
What It Helps Address
- No-crank condition when the starter solenoid is not engaging
- Intermittent starter operation caused by worn internal solenoid contacts
- Clicking at start-up with no starter motor engagement
- Electrical starting faults on older BMW and Volvo platforms
- Starter circuit issues where the original solenoid matches the listed terminal layout
Installation Notes and Fitment
Verify the vehicle’s make, model, engine size, and starter configuration before ordering. Fits 1994 Saab 900, N/A; Fits 1985-1993 Saab 900, N/A; Fits 1986-1993 Saab 9000, N/A; Fits 1994 Volvo 940, N/A; Fits 1991 Volvo 940, N/A; Fits 1992-1993 Volvo 940, N/A; Fits 1994 Volvo 960, N/A; Fits 1992-1993 Volvo 960, N/A; Fits 1990-1993 Volvo 240, N/A; Fits 1990-1992 Volvo 740, N/A; Fits 1989-1990 Volvo 740, N/A; Fits 1986-1988 Volvo 740, N/A; Fits 1990-1991 Volvo 780, N/A; Fits 1989-1990 Volvo 780, N/A; Fits 1989 Volvo 780, N/A; Fits 1990 Volvo 760, N/A; Fits 1989-1990 Volvo 760, N/A; Fits 1988 Volvo 760, N/A; Fits 1989 Volvo 740, N/A; Fits 1985-1988 BMW 735i, N/A; Fits 1987-1988 BMW M6, N/A; Fits 1984-1987 BMW 325e, N/A; Fits 1987 BMW 325i, N/A; Fits 1987 BMW 325is, N/A; Fits 1982-1987 BMW 528e, N/A; Fits 1985-1987 BMW 535i, N/A; Fits 1985-1987 BMW 635CSi, N/A; Fits 1985-1986 BMW 524td, N/A; Fits 1984-1985 BMW 318i, N/A; Fits 1983-1984 BMW 533i, N/A; Fits 1980-1983 BMW 320i, N/A; Fits 1980-1981 BMW 528i, N/A; Fits 1991 BMW 318i, N/A; Fits 1991 BMW 318is, N/A; Fits 1988-1991 BMW M3, N/A.
Quality Assurance
Standard Ignition supplies electrical replacement parts for starting and charging system service, and SS-348 is built to match the listed voltage and terminal configuration for the specified applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Bosch; 2 Blade Term. |
| 1994 | Volvo | 940 | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1994 | Volvo | 960 | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1993 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1993 | Saab | 9000 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1993 | Volvo | 240 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1993 | Volvo | 940 | — | — | — | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1993 | Volvo | 960 | — | — | — | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1992 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1992 | Saab | 9000 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1992 | Volvo | 240 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1992 | Volvo | 740 | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1992 | Volvo | 940 | — | — | — | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1992 | Volvo | 960 | — | — | — | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1991 | BMW | 318i | — | — | — | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1991 | BMW | 318is | — | — | — | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1991 | BMW | M3 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1991 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1991 | Saab | 9000 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1991 | Volvo | 240 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1991 | Volvo | 740 | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1991 | Volvo | 780 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1991 | Volvo | 940 | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1990 | BMW | M3 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1990 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1990 | Saab | 9000 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1990 | Volvo | 240 | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1990 | Volvo | 740 | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1990 | Volvo | 760 | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1990 | Volvo | 780 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1990 | Volvo | 780 | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | OE No. 5003692-0; 1.4 Kw |
| 1989 | BMW | M3 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1989 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1989 | Saab | 9000 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1989 | Volvo | 740 | — | — | — | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1989 | Volvo | 760 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1989 | Volvo | 760 | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | OE No. 5003692-0; 1.4 Kw |
| 1989 | Volvo | 780 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1989 | Volvo | 780 | — | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | OE No. 5003692-0; 1.4 Kw |
| 1988 | BMW | 735i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1988 | BMW | M3 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | 1.4 Kw |
| 1988 | BMW | M6 | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1988 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1988 | Saab | 9000 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1988 | Volvo | 740 | GLE | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | Str. No. 1357199, 3523301 |
| 1988 | Volvo | 760 | — | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | Str. No. 1357199, 3523301 |
| 1987 | BMW | 325e | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | BMW | 325i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | BMW | 325is | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | BMW | 535i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | BMW | 635CSi | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | BMW | 735i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | BMW | M6 | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1987 | Saab | 9000 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1987 | Volvo | 740 | GLE | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | Str. No. 1357199, 3523301 |
| 1986 | BMW | 325e | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1986 | BMW | 524td | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1986 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1986 | BMW | 535i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1986 | BMW | 635CSi | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1986 | BMW | 735i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1986 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1986 | Saab | 9000 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1986 | Volvo | 740 | GLE | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | Str. No. 1357199, 3523301 |
| 1986 | Volvo | 740 | GLE | 2.4L | L6 | N/A | Str. No. 1357199, 3523301 |
| 1985 | BMW | 318i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1985 | BMW | 325e | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1985 | BMW | 524td | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1985 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1985 | BMW | 535i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1985 | BMW | 635CSi | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1985 | BMW | 735i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1985 | Saab | 900 | — | — | — | N/A | Starter Drive fitment note: Verify compatibility with your vehicle's make, model, and engine size prior to buying. |
| 1984 | BMW | 318i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1984 | BMW | 325e | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1984 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1984 | BMW | 533i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1983 | BMW | 320i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1983 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1983 | BMW | 533i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1982 | BMW | 320i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1982 | BMW | 528e | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1981 | BMW | 320i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1981 | BMW | 528i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1980 | BMW | 320i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1980 | BMW | 528i | — | — | — | N/A | — |
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