
MPA Electrical 12162 Starter
OE-Style Starter for BMW V12 Applications
MPA Electrical 12162 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for OE fit, form, and function. It uses a planetary gear reduction design with a Bosch family configuration to deliver the correct cranking setup for select BMW 750iL, 850Ci, 850CSi, and 850i models.
Built in TS16949 certified facilities, this remanufactured starter is engineered for consistent starting performance and dependable operation in demanding electrical systems.
Key Features
- 12.0-volt starter for select BMW applications
- Planetary gear reduction design for efficient cranking
- Bosch family configuration
- 2.2 power rating
- Clockwise (right) rotation
- 9-tooth drive
- Flange mounting type
- Remanufactured to OE fit, form, and function standards
Detailed Description
MPA Electrical 12162 is a remanufactured starter for BMW V12 vehicles that require a Bosch-style, flange-mounted unit with clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth drive. It is a direct replacement choice for 1988-2001 BMW 750iL, 1993-1997 BMW 850Ci, 1994-1995 BMW 850CSi, and 1991-1992 BMW 850i models. This part number, 12162, is also referenced by OE and aftermarket numbers including 12 41 1 711 403 and 12 41 1 720 246 for the same application.
The remanufactured product line from MPA Electrical focuses on restoring starter performance to OE-style specifications, with manufacturing controlled in TS16949 certified facilities. That makes this starter a practical replacement when the original unit no longer delivers reliable engagement or consistent cranking.
What It Helps Solve
- Slow or weak engine cranking
- No-start conditions caused by starter failure
- Intermittent starter engagement
- Grinding or improper starter drive engagement
- Electrical starting issues on BMW 750iL, 850Ci, 850CSi, and 850i models
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive count, and flange mounting style. Confirm the Bosch family match and compare the original unit to part number 12162 before removal. For BMW 750iL and BMW 850-series applications, matching the OE-style starter layout helps ensure proper fitment and engagement.
Quality Assurance
MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are produced in TS16949 certified facilities and built to meet OE fit, form, and function expectations. The remanufacturing process is designed to support dependable operation in the vehicles listed above.
OE-Style Starter for BMW V12 Applications
MPA Electrical 12162 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for OE fit, form, and function. It uses a planetary gear reduction design with a Bosch family configuration to deliver the correct cranking setup for select BMW 750iL, 850Ci, 850CSi, and 850i models.
Built in TS16949 certified facilities, this remanufactured starter is engineered for consistent starting performance and dependable operation in demanding electrical systems.
Key Features
- 12.0-volt starter for select BMW applications
- Planetary gear reduction design for efficient cranking
- Bosch family configuration
- 2.2 power rating
- Clockwise (right) rotation
- 9-tooth drive
- Flange mounting type
- Remanufactured to OE fit, form, and function standards
Detailed Description
MPA Electrical 12162 is a remanufactured starter for BMW V12 vehicles that require a Bosch-style, flange-mounted unit with clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth drive. It is a direct replacement choice for 1988-2001 BMW 750iL, 1993-1997 BMW 850Ci, 1994-1995 BMW 850CSi, and 1991-1992 BMW 850i models. This part number, 12162, is also referenced by OE and aftermarket numbers including 12 41 1 711 403 and 12 41 1 720 246 for the same application.
The remanufactured product line from MPA Electrical focuses on restoring starter performance to OE-style specifications, with manufacturing controlled in TS16949 certified facilities. That makes this starter a practical replacement when the original unit no longer delivers reliable engagement or consistent cranking.
What It Helps Solve
- Slow or weak engine cranking
- No-start conditions caused by starter failure
- Intermittent starter engagement
- Grinding or improper starter drive engagement
- Electrical starting issues on BMW 750iL, 850Ci, 850CSi, and 850i models
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive count, and flange mounting style. Confirm the Bosch family match and compare the original unit to part number 12162 before removal. For BMW 750iL and BMW 850-series applications, matching the OE-style starter layout helps ensure proper fitment and engagement.
Quality Assurance
MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are produced in TS16949 certified facilities and built to meet OE fit, form, and function expectations. The remanufacturing process is designed to support dependable operation in the vehicles listed above.
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OE-Style Starter for BMW V12 Applications
MPA Electrical 12162 is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for OE fit, form, and function. It uses a planetary gear reduction design with a Bosch family configuration to deliver the correct cranking setup for select BMW 750iL, 850Ci, 850CSi, and 850i models.
Built in TS16949 certified facilities, this remanufactured starter is engineered for consistent starting performance and dependable operation in demanding electrical systems.
Key Features
- 12.0-volt starter for select BMW applications
- Planetary gear reduction design for efficient cranking
- Bosch family configuration
- 2.2 power rating
- Clockwise (right) rotation
- 9-tooth drive
- Flange mounting type
- Remanufactured to OE fit, form, and function standards
Detailed Description
MPA Electrical 12162 is a remanufactured starter for BMW V12 vehicles that require a Bosch-style, flange-mounted unit with clockwise rotation and a 9-tooth drive. It is a direct replacement choice for 1988-2001 BMW 750iL, 1993-1997 BMW 850Ci, 1994-1995 BMW 850CSi, and 1991-1992 BMW 850i models. This part number, 12162, is also referenced by OE and aftermarket numbers including 12 41 1 711 403 and 12 41 1 720 246 for the same application.
The remanufactured product line from MPA Electrical focuses on restoring starter performance to OE-style specifications, with manufacturing controlled in TS16949 certified facilities. That makes this starter a practical replacement when the original unit no longer delivers reliable engagement or consistent cranking.
What It Helps Solve
- Slow or weak engine cranking
- No-start conditions caused by starter failure
- Intermittent starter engagement
- Grinding or improper starter drive engagement
- Electrical starting issues on BMW 750iL, 850Ci, 850CSi, and 850i models
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s starter configuration before installation, including 12-volt system requirements, clockwise rotation, 9-tooth drive count, and flange mounting style. Confirm the Bosch family match and compare the original unit to part number 12162 before removal. For BMW 750iL and BMW 850-series applications, matching the OE-style starter layout helps ensure proper fitment and engagement.
Quality Assurance
MPA Electrical remanufactured starters are produced in TS16949 certified facilities and built to meet OE fit, form, and function expectations. The remanufacturing process is designed to support dependable operation in the vehicles listed above.










