Starter Motor for 2003-2008 Toyota Corolla Matrix & Pontiac Vibe 1.8L L4

Starter Motor for Toyota Corolla, Matrix, and Pontiac Vibe 1.8L

Replacement starter motor for the exact 2003–2008 Toyota Corolla, Toyota Matrix, and Pontiac Vibe 1.8L inline-four applications listed below.

Critical fitment warning: Fitment is model-, year-, and engine-specific. Do not order by Toyota or Pontiac brand and broad year range alone. The source does not provide the engine code, transmission type, production date, starter voltage, rated power, pinion tooth count, rotation, mounting pattern, nose design, solenoid position, terminal layout, or connector type. Confirm the VIN, exact 1.8L engine code, transmission, production date, original starter reference, mounting geometry, pinion, rotation, and electrical connections before ordering.

Vehicle Compatibility

• 2003–2008 Toyota Corolla — 1.8L L4
• 2003–2008 Toyota Matrix — 1.8L L4
• 2003–2008 Pontiac Vibe — 1.8L L4

Not confirmed: Other engine sizes, unlisted years, other Toyota or Pontiac models, or vehicles whose original starter mounting, pinion, rotation, terminals, connector, or references do not match.

Reference Numbers

17841, 17841N, 117841, 17382, 2800330, 280-0330, 336-1768, 3361768A, 3371171, 99633, N17841, SND0295, SR3282X, 19338656, 28100-22090, 28100-22090-84, 28100-0D080, 28100-0D080-84, 428000-0340, 428000-0341, 88864512, 88969483, 91295634, 91295634N

Reference numbers are retained as supplied after removing unrelated formatting characters. A matching number alone does not override engine, transmission, production-date, mounting, pinion, rotation, or electrical differences.

Included Component

• 1 starter motor assembly

Mounting bolts, shims, wiring, terminal hardware, brackets, heat shields, and other installation parts are not separately confirmed by the source. Verify the product images and received package before installation.

Specifications Requiring Verification

• Exact 1.8L engine code
• Transmission compatibility
• Voltage and rated output
• Pinion tooth count and diameter
• Rotation direction
• Mounting-hole count and spacing
• Nose length and register diameter
• Solenoid clocking
• Main terminal and control-terminal layout

Installation Notes

Starter replacement involves high-current electrical connections and should be performed by a qualified technician. Disconnect the negative battery cable before service and follow the applicable Toyota or Pontiac procedure. Compare the replacement with the original starter for mounting flange, pinion, nose depth, rotation, solenoid position, terminals, connectors, and heat-shield or bracket requirements.

Inspect battery condition, cables, grounds, fuses, relays, ignition or start-control circuits, and ring-gear teeth before replacing the starter. Clean and tighten all electrical and ground connections to specification. After installation, verify correct cranking engagement and release, charging-system operation, and the absence of abnormal noise or cable heating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this fit every 2003–2008 Corolla, Matrix, or Vibe?
The source confirms the listed models only with the 1.8L L4. Verify the VIN, exact engine code, transmission, original reference, and physical configuration.

Does this fit other Toyota 1.8L vehicles?
No other Toyota model is confirmed by the source.

Does this fit every transmission?
The source does not state transmission compatibility. Verify the VIN and original starter configuration.

Are mounting bolts included?
Mounting bolts and additional hardware are not confirmed.