TERREPOWER 17573 starter for the 1996-1998 Dodge Ram 1500 V6 3.9L, V8 5.2L or 5.9L and other vehicles spins the engine over to start it. This remanufactured starter is designed for dependable service over the life of the vehicle.
- Offset gear reduction design
- Solenoid attached to the starter
- Starter drive included
- 10 teeth with clockwise (right) rotation
- Closed nose cone
Quick facts
- Part: TERREPOWER 17573 starter
- Fits: 1996-1998 Dodge Ram 1500 V6 3.9L, V8 5.2L or 5.9L and other vehicles
- Condition: Remanufactured
A starter that cranks slowly, clicks without turning the engine, or does not respond at all can be worn out. If the starter is the cause, this unit replaces it. Before swapping it, look over the battery cables and terminals with the engine off for corrosion or loose connections. Each engine takes one starter.
Fits
The vehicles it fits include the 1996-1998 Dodge Ram 1500 V6 3.9L, V8 5.2L or 5.9L, a starter for the 1996 Dodge Ram 2500 V8 5.2L and the 1996-1998 Ram 2500 V8 5.9L, and a starter for the 1996-1998 Dodge Dakota V6 3.9L or V8 5.2L and the 1998 Dakota V8 5.9L.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per application: 1
- Voltage: 12 V DC
- Power rating: 1.1 kW
- Tooth quantity: 10
- Rotation direction: clockwise (right)
Build and materials
- Design: offset gear reduction
- Nose cone type: closed nose
- Solenoid: attached
- Starter drive: included
- Condition: Remanufactured
- OE manufacturer: Nippondenso
- Country of origin: Mexico
In the box
One starter with the solenoid attached and the starter drive included. Mounting bolts and mounting shims are not included, and the old bolts may not be reusable, so plan on new ones.
Interchange: 228000-3390 · 228000-3391 · 228000-3392 · 228000-3393
56027702
Product information is for general reference and may contain errors. See our Disclaimer.
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
56027702, 228000-3390, 228000-3391, 228000-3392, 228000-3393
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TERREPOWER 17573 a Dodge Ram 1500 starter for the 1996-1998 V8 5.2L?
Yes. TERREPOWER 17573 fits the 1996-1998 Dodge Ram 1500 with the V6 3.9L, V8 5.2L or 5.9L. If your truck is a different one, look for it in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does the 17573 starter come with its starter drive and solenoid?
Yes. The solenoid is attached and the starter drive is included. Mounting bolts and mounting shims are not included, so plan on new bolts.
What rotation direction and voltage does the 17573 starter have?
This starter turns clockwise (right) and runs on 12 volts DC. It is rated at 1.1 kW and has 10 teeth with an offset gear reduction design.
My engine clicks but won't crank: is the 17573 starter the fix?
A click with no cranking can mean a worn starter or solenoid. If the starter is the cause, TERREPOWER 17573 replaces it, and a shop can test it safely.
Does the TERREPOWER 17573 starter replace number 228000-3390?
Yes. TERREPOWER 17573 is listed as a replacement for 228000-3390, one of the cross-reference numbers on the Interchange line of this page.
