OEX Starter Motor 12V 10 Tooth CW Autolite Style AXS983

The OEX Starter Motor AXS983 is a new 12V starter motor with 10 teeth and clockwise rotation, suited to Autolite applications. It carries a 1.6kW power rating and uses a 2 hole starter mount with an M10 / 11.5 mount hole diameter, so the mounting pattern and physical dimensions matter when confirming the replacement.

This unit has a flange diameter of 74mm, a mount centre to centre distance of 106mm, a nose cone length of 48mm and an overall length of 194mm. The pinion diameter is 32mm and the pinion sits 14mm at rest, which are useful checks when comparing against the original starter motor already fitted to the vehicle.

OEX lists this starter motor as a new rotating electrical component, with a stated warranty of 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use. It is a dry clutch unit and is sold individually as each, which makes it straightforward to match against the existing part number and physical layout before ordering.

Key Features

• 12V starter motor
• 10 tooth pinion
• Clockwise rotation
• Suits Autolite units
• New rotating electrical part
• 2 hole starter mount

Specifications

• Part number: AXS983
• Brand: OEX
• Power rating: 1.6kW
• Voltage: 12V
• Number of teeth: 10
• Rotation: CW
• Starter mount type: 2 hole
• Mount hole diameter: M10 / 11.5

Confirmed fitment guidance

• Suits Autolite applications
• Fitment details provided include Ford Mondeo
• Fitment details provided include Volvo C30
• Fitment details provided include Volvo C70
• Fitment details provided include Volvo S40
• Fitment details provided include Volvo S60
• Fitment details provided include Volvo V40
• Fitment details provided include Volvo V50

Application and Buying Notes

Before ordering, check the part number AXS983 against the old starter and confirm the unit is a 12V, 10 tooth, clockwise Autolite style starter. The mount pattern is also important here, with a 2 hole starter mount, M10 / 11.5 mount holes and a 106mm centre-to-centre measurement.

The physical dimensions should be compared carefully with the original unit. This starter motor measures 194mm overall length, has a 74mm flange diameter, a 48mm nose cone length and a 32mm pinion diameter. If the mounting face, nose length or pinion position differ from the old starter, it may not be the correct replacement.

The fitment information supplied points to Ford Mondeo and several Volvo applications, including C30, C70, S40, S60, V40, V50 and V70 variants. That still leaves the final check with the vehicle identification, existing starter style and the exact part number, because starter motor applications can vary within the same model range.

If you are replacing a commercial vehicle starter, note the different warranty coverage of 1 year for commercial use versus 3 years for passenger use. The unit is listed as new and dry, which may matter when comparing against a removed starter or when discussing the job with your mechanic or parts installer.

For best results, match the old unit before purchase by checking the tooth count, rotation direction, overall body length and the mount centre spacing. Those details are often the difference between a straightforward swap and a return, especially where Autolite style starters are used across multiple vehicle ranges.

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 AXS983 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 M10 / 11.5, Number of Teeth 10, Pinion at Rest 14mm, Power Rating 1.6kW, Suits Unit Make Autolite, Mount Cnt to Cnt 106mm, Starter Mount Type 2 Hole.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Weight 3.06kg, Product Group 1 ROTATING ELECTRICAL, Part No. AXS983, Brand OEX, Description OEX Starter Motor 12V 10Th CW Autolite Style, Flange Diameter 74mm, Nose Cone Length 48mm, Overall Length 194mm, Pinion Diameter 32mm, Rotation CW.

OEX Starter Motor 12V 10Th CW Autolite Style. Part number AXS983 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 AXS983, 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 FORD MONDEO, FORD MONDEO 2007, FORD MONDEO 2008, FORD MONDEO 2009, VOLVO C30, VOLVO C30 2006. 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: Please confirm fitment by matching part number AXS983, the 12V 10 tooth clockwise Autolite style specification, and the mounting and dimensional details against the vehicle already in front of you.

FAQ

What is the part number for this starter motor?

The part number listed is AXS983.

Is this starter motor 12 volt?

Yes. The listed voltage is 12V.

How many teeth does the pinion have?

It has 10 teeth.

What rotation does this starter motor use?

The rotation is clockwise, listed as CW.

What type of mounting does it use?

It uses a 2 hole starter mount with M10 / 11.5 mount hole diameter and 106mm centre-to-centre spacing.

Which vehicles are mentioned in the fitment information?

The supplied fitment information mentions Ford Mondeo and Volvo C30, C70, S40, S60, V40, V50 and V70 applications. Final fitment should still be confirmed against the exact part number and vehicle details.