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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.
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.
| Year | Make | Model | Transmission | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | INFINITI | I35 | — | N/A | — |
| 2003 | INFINITI | I35 | — | N/A | — |
| 2003 | Nissan | Maxima | Automatic | N/A | — |
| 2002 | INFINITI | I35 | — | N/A | — |
| 2002 | Nissan | Maxima | Automatic | N/A | — |
| 2001 | INFINITI | I30 | — | N/A | 11-Tooth Drive |
| 2001 | Nissan | Maxima | — | N/A | — |
| 2000 | INFINITI | I30 | — | N/A | 11-Tooth Drive |
| 2000 | Nissan | Maxima | — | N/A | — |
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