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WAI 6945N Starter
| Brand | WAI 6945N |
|---|---|
| 12 | 12 |
| Design | Permanent magnet direct drive |
| Family | Delco korea / daewoo |
| Power Rating | 0.9 |
| Starter Rotation | Clockwise (right) |
| Tooth Quantity | 8 |
| Mounting Type | Flange |
| Fits | Hyundai and Kia · 8 vehicles |
100% new unit. Not remanufactured, with proprietary components and processes for long life and performance.
Direct-drive design. Permanent magnet construction delivers efficient starter operation.
Flange mount. Starter installation with a secure, straightforward mounting style.
Cross-references Gates 6945, 36100-26850 and 8000175 for the same application. See all 3.
Starter for Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio
The WAI 6945N starter is a 100% new replacement starter built for Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio applications that use a Delco PMDD 8-tooth setup. It delivers the amp output needed for modern starting systems and is built with proprietary components and processes for consistent cranking performance.
- 100% new starter, not remanufactured
- Permanent magnet direct drive design
- Clockwise (right) rotation
- 8-tooth drive configuration
- Flange mounting type
- 0.9 power rating
- 12-volt electrical system
Detailed Product Information
WAI part number 6945N is engineered for direct-fit service on select Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio models. It matches the Delco Korea / Daewoo family configuration and is specified for 2010-2011 Hyundai Accent, 2009-2011 Kia Rio, and 2009-2011 Kia Rio5 applications with the listed PMDD 8T setup. This part cross-references Gates 6945 for the same application.
Use WAI 6945N when you need a starter that matches the vehicle’s original electrical and mounting requirements. The permanent magnet direct drive construction supports efficient engagement, while the clockwise rotation and flange mount help ensure the correct fit for the listed vehicles.
What This Starter Helps Address
- Slow or weak engine cranking
- No-start conditions caused by starter failure
- Intermittent starter engagement
- Electrical starting issues on 12-volt systems
- Replacement needs for worn Delco PMDD 8T starters
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm the vehicle uses the Delco PMDD, 8-tooth configuration before ordering. Verify the mounting style, rotation direction, and electrical specifications against the original unit to ensure proper installation on Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, or Kia Rio5 applications. Compare the existing starter label and connector layout with part number 6945N before replacement.
Quality Assurance
WAI builds this starter as a new unit using proprietary components and manufacturing processes to support long service life and reliable performance in the listed applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Transmission | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Hyundai | Accent | Automatic | N/A | Delco PMDD, 8T |
| 2011 | Kia | Rio | Automatic | N/A | Delco PMDD, 8T |
| 2011 | Kia | Rio5 | Automatic | N/A | Delco PMDD, 8T |
| 2010 | Hyundai | Accent | Automatic | N/A | Delco PMDD, 8T |
| 2010 | Kia | Rio | Automatic | N/A | Delco PMDD, 8T |
| 2010 | Kia | Rio5 | Automatic | N/A | Delco PMDD, 8T |
| 2009 | Kia | Rio | Automatic | N/A | Delco PMDD, 8T |
| 2009 | Kia | Rio5 | Automatic | N/A | Delco PMDD, 8T |
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