Starter Motor for 2004-2005 Acura TSX & 2003-2006 Honda Accord Element 2.4L L4

Starter Motor for Selected Acura TSX and Honda Accord / Element 2.4L Applications

Replacement starter motor for the exact Acura TSX, Honda Accord, and Honda Element 2.4L inline-four model-year combinations listed below.

Critical fitment warning: Fitment is model-, year-, and engine-specific. Do not order by Acura or Honda 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 2.4L engine code, transmission, production date, original starter reference, mounting geometry, pinion, rotation, and electrical connections before ordering.

Vehicle Compatibility

• 2004–2005 Acura TSX — 2.4L L4
• 2003–2005 Honda Accord — 2.4L L4
• 2003–2006 Honda Element — 2.4L L4

Not confirmed: V6 applications, other engine sizes, unlisted years, other Acura or Honda models, or vehicles whose original starter mounting, pinion, rotation, terminals, connector, or references do not match. The 2006 Honda year in the broad original title applies to Element only; the source lists Accord through 2005.

Reference Numbers

17870, 17870N, N17870, 117870, 17388, 336-1783, 336-1955, 41-17870, 410-54101, 410-54101R, M612-09, SMU0311, SM612-09, STR-3623, 31200-RAA-A51, 31200-RAA-A51RM, 31200-RAA-A52, 31200-RAA-A53, RAA43

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 2.4L 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 Acura or Honda 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 a V6 Accord?
No V6 application is confirmed. The listed Accord fitment is 2.4L L4 only.

Does it fit a 2006 Honda Accord?
Not based on the source fitment. Accord is listed for 2003–2005; the 2006 Honda application is Element 2.4L.

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.