OEX Starter Motor 12V 11 Tooth CW Valeo VXS946

The OEX starter motor VXS946 is a 12V, clockwise rotating unit with 11 teeth and a Valeo application. It is supplied new, as an each item, and uses a 2-hole starter mount with 11mm mount holes, a 76mm flange diameter, and 123mm mount centre-to-centre spacing.

Key physical dimensions are listed as 206mm overall length, 34mm pinion diameter, and 21mm pinion at rest. The unit weighs 3.42kg, so it is important to compare the mounting layout and clearance requirements with the existing starter before ordering.

OEX states this starter is made using OE components and sourced through market leading Original Equipment Manufacturers and aftermarket suppliers. The brand also notes ISO9001-certified sourcing and engineering controls, which supports consistent manufacturing and quality control on this rotating electrical part.

Key Features

• 12V starter motor
• Clockwise rotation
• 11 tooth pinion
• Valeo suit unit make
• New unit, supplied each
• 2-hole starter mount

Specifications

• Brand: OEX
• Part No.: VXS946
• Product type: Starter Motor
• Voltage: 12V
• Rotation: CW
• Number of teeth: 11
• Suit unit make: Valeo
• Starter mount type: 2 hole

Confirmed application references

• Holden Colorado
• Holden Colorado 2013 to 2020
• HSV Sportscat
• HSV Sportscat 2018 to 2020

Application and Buying Notes

Before ordering, match the part number VXS946 and check the starter layout against your vehicle’s existing unit. The important checks here are 12V system voltage, clockwise rotation, 11 teeth, Valeo suit unit make, and the 2-hole mounting pattern with 11mm holes and 123mm centre-to-centre spacing.

The dimensions matter on this part. With an overall length of 206mm, flange diameter of 76mm, pinion diameter of 34mm, and pinion at rest of 21mm, a close physical comparison helps avoid a mismatch where the starter fits the housing but not the mounting or drive engagement setup.

If you are replacing a starter from a Holden Colorado or HSV Sportscat application, verify the exact model year and the starter already fitted to the vehicle. Fitment can vary by engine or build detail, so the safest approach is to confirm the original starter’s tag, tooth count, rotation, and mounting pattern before purchase.

This unit is listed as a new OEX starter motor rather than a remanufactured item. For buyers comparing options, that can matter when you want a direct replacement part with known dimensions and a clear warranty arrangement of 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use.

Before supply, the safest approach is to confirm the original unit details against the listed part number, voltage, output rating, mounting arrangement, and pulley configuration. That checking process is standard practice in the parts trade because visually similar units can still differ in service-critical ways.

For workshop, fleet, and equipment applications, accurate identification of part number VXS946 helps avoid unnecessary freight, additional labour, and vehicle or machine downtime. Where the application is not straightforward, the original unit, OEM reference, or workshop records should be used as the primary confirmation point.

Relevant published details for this unit include Type STARTER MOTOR, Unit of Measure EACH, Warranty 3yr Passenger 1yr Commercial, Mount Hole Diameter 11, Overall Length 206mm, Pinion Diameter 34mm, Suits Unit Make Valeo, Item Type Starter Motor, New / Reman. New, Weight 3.42kg.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Product Group 1 ROTATING ELECTRICAL, Part No. VXS946, Brand OEX, Description OEX Starter Motor 12V 11Th CW Valeo, Flange Diameter 76mm, Number of Teeth 11, Pinion at Rest 21mm, Rotation CW, Voltage 12, Mount Cnt to Cnt 123mm.

OEX Starter Motor 12V 11Th CW Valeo. Part number VXS946 should be checked first. Listed voltage is 12. These details form the core reference points used by parts interpreters when confirming the correct replacement.

For part number VXS946, the normal identification sequence is part number, electrical rating, mounting arrangement, connector or terminal style, and pulley or drive details. Using those checkpoints helps confirm that the listed unit matches the service requirement rather than only looking similar.

For a starter motor in workshop, fleet, trade, agricultural, or construction service, the listed voltage 12 should be checked carefully. Incorrect selection can affect installation time, return freight, and equipment availability.

Available application references include HOLDEN COLORADO, HOLDEN COLORADO 2013, HOLDEN COLORADO 2014, HOLDEN COLORADO 2015, HSV SPORTSCAT, HSV SPORTSCAT 2018. Even with application listings, final confirmation should still be based on the exact unit being replaced and the service requirements of the vehicle or machine.

Compatibility note: Confirm fitment by matching part number VXS946, 12V CW configuration, 11-tooth drive, Valeo suit unit make, and the 2-hole mounting measurements against the existing starter and vehicle application before ordering.

FAQ

What type of starter motor is this?

It is an OEX starter motor, part number VXS946, supplied new and sold as each. It is a 12V unit with clockwise rotation and an 11-tooth pinion. For this listing, part number VXS946 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include HOLDEN COLORADO, HOLDEN COLORADO 2013, HOLDEN COLORADO 2014. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What does Valeo suit unit make mean here?

It means this starter is listed for a Valeo application. The safest check is to compare the existing starter and part number VXS946 before ordering. For this listing, part number VXS946 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include HOLDEN COLORADO, HOLDEN COLORADO 2013, HOLDEN COLORADO 2014. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What mounting details are listed?

The listed mounting details are a 2-hole starter mount, 11mm mount hole diameter, 123mm mount centre-to-centre, and a 76mm flange diameter. For this listing, part number VXS946 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include HOLDEN COLORADO, HOLDEN COLORADO 2013, HOLDEN COLORADO 2014. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What are the main physical dimensions?

The starter is listed at 206mm overall length, 34mm pinion diameter, and 21mm pinion at rest. It weighs 3.42kg. For this listing, part number VXS946 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include HOLDEN COLORADO, HOLDEN COLORADO 2013, HOLDEN COLORADO 2014. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

Which vehicle applications are referenced?

The supplied application references include Holden Colorado, Holden Colorado 2013 to 2020, HSV Sportscat, and HSV Sportscat 2018 to 2020. For this listing, part number VXS946 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include HOLDEN COLORADO, HOLDEN COLORADO 2013, HOLDEN COLORADO 2014. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What warranty is listed?

The listed warranty is 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use. Warranty terms should still be checked against the purchase and installation conditions that apply to the order. For this listing, part number VXS946 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include HOLDEN COLORADO, HOLDEN COLORADO 2013, HOLDEN COLORADO 2014. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.