WAI 17779N Starter

Brand WAI 17779N
12 12
Design Permanent magnet gear reduction
Family Hitachi
Power Rating 1.4
Starter Rotation Counterclockwise (left)
Tooth Quantity 11
Mounting Type Flange
Fits INFINITI and Nissan · 9 vehicles

100% new unit. Not remanufactured, with proprietary components and processes for long life.

Permanent magnet gear reduction. Delivers efficient starting power in a compact starter design.

Flange mount design. Starter installs with a secure, straightforward mounting style.

Cross-references BBB Industries 17779, 2330M-2Y900RW and 23300-2Y900 for the same application. See all 10.

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Starter for Nissan Maxima and Infiniti I30/I35

WAI 17779N is a 100% new starter built for direct replacement in select Nissan and Infiniti applications. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a Hitachi family layout to deliver the amp output needed for modern starting systems.

  • 100% new, not remanufactured
  • Permanent magnet gear reduction design
  • Hitachi family starter configuration
  • 1.4 kW power rating
  • Counterclockwise (left) rotation
  • 11-tooth drive
  • Flange mounting type

Application Details

This starter is built for 12-volt systems and is listed for Fits 2000-2003 Nissan Maxima, N/A; Fits 2000-2001 INFINITI I30, N/A, 11-Tooth Drive; and Fits 2002-2004 INFINITI I35, N/A. The WAI 17779N is a direct-fit option for drivers replacing a worn starter on a Nissan Maxima or Infiniti I30/I35 with the specified drive and rotation requirements.

This part cross-references BBB Industries 17779 for the same application.

What It Helps Resolve

  • Slow or weak cranking during engine start
  • No-start conditions caused by starter failure
  • Intermittent starter engagement
  • Grinding or improper drive engagement from worn starter components
  • Electrical starting issues related to an aging starter motor

Installation Notes

Verify 12-volt system requirements, counterclockwise rotation, 11-tooth drive count, and flange mounting before installation. Confirm the vehicle application against the listed fitment for 2000-2004 Nissan Maxima and 2000-2004 Infiniti I30/I35 coverage, and compare the original unit to ensure the Hitachi-style configuration matches.

Quality Assurance

WAI states that its starters are engineered to provide the amp output needed for today’s vehicles. This 17779N starter is manufactured as a new unit using proprietary components and processes to support long service life and consistent performance.

This part fits 9 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelTransmissionPositionNotes
2004INFINITII35N/A
2003INFINITII35N/A
2003NissanMaximaAutomaticN/A
2002INFINITII35N/A
2002NissanMaximaAutomaticN/A
2001INFINITII30N/A11-Tooth Drive
2001NissanMaximaN/A
2000INFINITII30N/A11-Tooth Drive
2000NissanMaximaN/A
Directly replaces or cross-references 10 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
BBB Industries — 177792330M-2Y900RW23300-2Y90023300-2Y900R23300-5Y710944280521660M000T87181S114-801S114-801DS114-801E