WAI 3272N Starter

Brand WAI 3272N
12 12
Design Permanent magnet gear reduction
Family Ford
Power Rating 1.4
Starter Rotation Clockwise (right)
Tooth Quantity 10
Mounting Type Flange
Fits Ford and Mazda · 29 vehicles

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

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

Flange mount. A straightforward starter design with secure installation.

Cross-references Anchor 3272, Bosch 16965 and Dixie Electric Ltd 16530 for the same application. See all 113.

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WAI 3272N Starter for Ford and Mazda Applications

The WAI 3272N is a 12-volt starter built for Ford and Mazda vehicles that need dependable cranking performance. This New line starter uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design to deliver the amp output required by today’s electrical systems.

Compatible With 1994-2008 Ford Ranger, 1996-2001 Ford F-100 Ranger, 1997 Ford Aerostar, and 1994-2008 Mazda B3000 applications. The WAI 3272N starter is also a direct-fit option for multiple OE and aftermarket cross-references used in the same vehicle platforms.

Key Features

  • 12-volt starter for Ford and Mazda starting systems
  • Permanent magnet gear reduction design for efficient cranking
  • 1.4 power rating
  • Clockwise (right) starter rotation
  • 10-tooth drive configuration
  • Flange mounting type
  • 100% new construction, not remanufactured

Product Details

WAI starters are built with proprietary components and manufacturing processes to support long service life and consistent performance. The 3272N is engineered for vehicles that require a clockwise-rotation starter with a 10-tooth drive and flange mount, making it a practical replacement for Ford Ranger and Mazda B3000 starting systems across the listed model years. This part cross-references Bosch 16965 and Standard Ignition 26679 for the same application.

What This Starter Helps Address

  • Slow or weak engine cranking
  • No-start conditions caused by starter failure
  • Intermittent starting performance
  • Grinding or improper engagement from worn starter drive components
  • Electrical starting issues on high-demand 12-volt systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, rotation, tooth count, and mounting style before installation. Confirm the starter matches the original Ford Ranger or Mazda B3000 application and inspect battery condition, cable integrity, and charging-system output during replacement. Use the listed fitment data to confirm the correct application for 1994-2008 Ford Ranger, 1996-2001 Ford F-100 Ranger, 1997 Ford Aerostar, and 1994-2008 Mazda B3000 vehicles.

Quality Assurance

This WAI New starter is manufactured as a 100% new unit rather than a remanufactured part. WAI states that its starters are engineered to provide the amp output needed for modern vehicles and are produced with proprietary components and processes to support maximum life and performance.

This part fits 29 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2008FordRanger3.0LV6N/A—
2008MazdaB3000——N/A—
2007FordRanger3.0LV6N/A—
2007MazdaB3000——N/A—
2006FordRanger3.0LV6N/A—
2006MazdaB3000——N/A—
2005FordRanger3.0LV6N/A—
2005MazdaB3000——N/A—
2004FordRanger3.0LV6N/A—
2004MazdaB3000——N/A—
2003FordRanger3.0LV6N/A—
2003MazdaB3000——N/A—
2002FordRanger3.0LV6N/A—
2002MazdaB3000——N/A—
2001FordF-100 Ranger3.0LV6N/AMexico
2001FordRanger3.0LV6N/A—
2001MazdaB3000——N/A—
2000FordRanger3.0LV6N/A—
2000MazdaB3000——N/A—
1999FordRanger3.0LV6N/A—
1999MazdaB3000——N/A—
1998FordF-100 Ranger3.0LV6N/AMexico
1998FordRanger3.0LV6N/A—
1998MazdaB3000——N/A—
1997FordAerostar3.0LV6N/A2nd Prod
1997FordF-100 Ranger3.0LV6N/AMexico
1997FordRanger3.0LV6N/A2nd Prod
1997MazdaB3000——N/A2nd Prod
1996FordF-100 Ranger3.0LV6N/AMexico
Directly replaces or cross-references 113 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Anchor — 3272Bosch — 16965Dixie Electric Ltd — 16530Febi-Bilstein — 25326Febi-Bilstein — 30331Four Seasons — 26600Four Seasons — 26601Gates — 27008Remy — 26624Standard Ignition — 25404Standard Ignition — 26678Standard Ignition — 26679Standard Ignition — 266891F60-18-4001F60-18-400A3L5A-11000-AA3L5Z-11002-AA3L54-11000-AA3L54-AA6L5Z-11002-BA6L5Z-11002-BRM9 000 333 1169 000 333 1189 000 333 11911.130.96377FB11000BA79FB11000AC81AB11000AA81AB11000DB81AB11000EA81AB11000FA81AB11000GB86AB-11000-TA86AB11000JA89FB11000AA91AB-11000-CB91AB-CB92AB-11000-AA92AB-11000-AB92AB-11000-KA92AB-KA25326D25326E2533225332D25332E253382534425383253972658726600E26601H26624D26679D26679E26689A26689B27008A2701727017A028000-7110028000-711130763307643076530791128000-2670128000-2790128000-3740128000-3741128000-4230128000-8650128000-8690228000-154043328843334115912135007080500708250070835007089502245460290396322701463253010943251606943251632943251685943251688943251689943251815943253010063280014010944280102400944280182300AZE1210AZE1515F23Z-11002-BRMF89U-11000-AAF89U-11000-ABF89U-AAF89U-ABF89Z-11002-AAF89Z-11002-AARMMSN120MSR125MSR458MSR500RM8U2J11A230BAZZP0-18-400ZZP0-18-400AZZP0-18-400R0A