Turn your engine over with a 100% new BOSCH starter, part number SR8646N, a 12-volt, 1.5 kW permanent magnet gear reduction unit that Bosch designed, built and tested for performance and reliability. It is listed for many models, among them the 2008-2009 Chevrolet Equinox 3.6L, 2020 Chevrolet Impala 3.6L and 2008-2011 Chevrolet Malibu 3.6L.
- Factory tested: Each unit is 100% factory tested for reliable performance under extremes of heat, cold and high demand.
- Matched to the original: Designed to be identical in fit and performance to the original equipment part, and to perform equal to or better than it.
- Quality build: Made with current manufacturing technologies and high-quality parts.
- Roadside coverage: Register the unit at purchase to add the Bosch Ultimate Protection Plan. It includes 2 years of 24-hour roadside assistance.
The starter has an aluminum housing, a closed aluminum nose cone, an attached solenoid and a grounded case, and it is designed for automatic start/stop operation. It flange-mounts with three bolt holes, rotates clockwise (right) and has a tooth quantity of 12. The distance from the mounting flange to the end of the case is 62.5 mm, and from the flange to the pinion end at rest is 30.3 mm. The flange is not re-clockable. Mounting hardware and shims are not included.
Signs a starter may need replacing include a click with no crank, slow cranking, grinding, or an intermittent no-start. A weak battery or poor connections can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause first. If the starter is at fault, SR8646N is designed to replace it.
Each listed application uses one starter. Country of origin: China.
See the "Vehicles it fits" section for every listed vehicle.
Interchange: 12610857
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a remote starter for my 2008-2009 Chevy Equinox 3.6L?
No. SR8646N is the engine's starter motor, not a remote-start kit. It is listed for the 2008-2009 Chevrolet Equinox with the V6-3.6L engine.
Does this work as a 2008-2011 Chevy Malibu 3.6L starter?
It is listed for the 2008-2011 Chevrolet Malibu with the V6-3.6L engine. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full application list.
What are the specs of this BOSCH starter motor?
It is a 12-volt, 1.5 kW permanent magnet gear reduction (PMGR) starter. It has an attached solenoid, a grounded case and clockwise (right) rotation, and it is designed for automatic start/stop operation.
Does it come with mounting bolts or shims?
No. Mounting hardware and mounting shims are not included. Consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners and whether the originals may be reused.
What does the Bosch Ultimate Protection Plan cover?
If you register the unit at the time of purchase, the plan gives 2 years of 24-hour roadside assistance. Your vehicle is jumped or towed free for up to 50 miles.
