Starter Motor compatible with GMC Terrain, Acadia, Chevrolet Impala and Equinox
Replacement starter motor for various GMC, Chevrolet, Buick, and Cadillac V6 models. Features clockwise rotation, 12 teeth, and a 1.4 KW power rating. Replaces part numbers 17986N, 12638920, and M000T35872.
01Key facts
- Part type
- Starter Motor
- Category
- Cars & auto
- Part no. (MPN)
- Not published
- Pack
- Not published
- Verified models
- 16
- Brands covered
- 4
- Customer rating
- No reviews yet
- Type
- Aftermarket replacement
02Compatibility matrix
Only models verified by our team are listed| Brand | Model | Status | Parts for model |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gmc | GMC Terrain | Verified | View → |
| GMC Acadia | Verified | View → | |
| Chevrolet | Chevrolet Malibu | Verified | View → |
| Chevrolet Impala Limited | Verified | View → | |
| Chevrolet Impala | Verified | View → | |
| Chevrolet Equinox | Verified | View → | |
| Chevrolet Captiva Sport | Verified | View → | |
| Chevrolet Traverse | Verified | View → | |
| Chevrolet Colorado | Verified | View → | |
| Cadillac | Cadillac XTS | Verified | View → |
Only the models listed above have a confirmed catalog fit. If yours is absent, compatibility is unknown, not ruled out. Compare the exact model identifier and any published dimensions or connectors before ordering.
Where to find your model number
- Gmc: Use your 17-character VIN — it's on the driver-side dashboard at the base of the windshield and on the driver's door jamb sticker. The year is in the 10th character. Also check your registration or the owner's manual.
- Chevrolet: Use your 17-character VIN — it's on the driver-side dashboard at the base of the windshield and on the driver's door jamb sticker. The year is in the 10th character. Also check your registration or the owner's manual.
- Cadillac: Use your 17-character VIN — it's on the driver-side dashboard at the base of the windshield and on the driver's door jamb sticker. The year is in the 10th character. Also check your registration or the owner's manual.
- Buick: Use your 17-character VIN — it's on the driver-side dashboard at the base of the windshield and on the driver's door jamb sticker. The year is in the 10th character. Also check your registration or the owner's manual.
General manufacturer guidance — exact label position can vary by model.
03Specifications
Catalog-normalized- Rotation
- Clockwise
- Teeth
- 12
- Voltage
- 12 Volts
- Power Rating
- 1.4 KW
- Part Numbers
- 17986N, 17986, 12588493, 12598756, 12598757, 12601721, 12638920, 31100-78J00, M000T23871, M000T35871, M000T35872
04Installation guide - General replacement guidance
General guidance for this part type - always follow your device manual- Basic hand tools only if your device manual requires them
- If anything does not fit without force, stop and recheck the model compatibility.
- Keep the old part until you have confirmed the new one works.
- 1Switch the device off and disconnect it from power before starting.
- 2Locate the part using your device manual - access panels and latches vary by model.
- 3Remove the old part and note its orientation and any connectors.
- 4Compare the old and new parts side by side before installing.
- 5Fit the new part in the same orientation, without forcing it.
- 6Reassemble, then run a short test to confirm normal operation.
This is general guidance for the part type, not a model-specific procedure. If the part does not fit without force, stop and recheck compatibility.
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For Cadillac XT5 and GMC Acadia
12-month warranty on every part
Every part we sell is covered for 12 months from delivery. If it fails in normal use, we replace it or refund you — claim it straight from your order page.
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Questions & answers
+Which models has your team verified?
16 models are verified, see the compatibility table above.
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