OEX Starter Motor 12V 8 Tooth CW Mitsubishi Style MXS229

The OEX Starter Motor MXS229 is a 12V new starter motor in a clockwise rotation, built in a Mitsubishi style configuration with 8 teeth on the pinion. It is listed with a 1.2kW power rating, a 73mm flange diameter, and a 2 hole starter mount type, so the key matching points are not just voltage and rotation, but also the mounting and nose cone dimensions.

This unit has a 98mm mount centres A measurement, a 53mm nose cone length, a 207mm overall length, and a 28mm pinion diameter. The pinion at rest is 18mm, the mount hole diameter is M10x1.25, and the dry clutch setup is noted, which are all useful checks when comparing against an existing starter motor.

It is an OEX starter motor sourced from market leading original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket suppliers, with products sourced from ISO certified factories. The listed warranty is 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use, which gives a clear warranty context for buyers comparing replacement options.

Key Features

• 12V starter motor
• Clockwise rotation
• 8 tooth pinion
• New unit
• 2 hole starter mount
• Dry clutch application

Specifications

• Part number: MXS229
• Brand: OEX
• Type: Starter motor
• Voltage: 12V
• Power rating: 1.2kW
• Rotation: CW
• Number of teeth: 8
• Flange diameter: 73mm

Fitment guidance

• Suits unit make: Mitsubishi
• Fitment references include Mitsubishi GTO, Mitsubishi Pajero, and Mitsubishi Triton
• Mitsubishi GTO applications are shown across model years including 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, and 2000
• Mitsubishi Pajero applications are shown across model years including 1988, 1989, and 1990

Application and Buying Notes

Before ordering, match the part number MXS229 against your existing starter and compare the physical measurements: 12V, CW rotation, 8 teeth, 98mm mount centres A, 53mm nose cone length, 73mm flange diameter, and 207mm overall length. A starter can look similar and still differ in mount layout or nose cone rotation, so these measurements matter as much as the vehicle name.

The note supplied with this unit says it will not interchange with VXS922 due to nose cone rotation. That makes the rotation and nose cone arrangement especially important for Mitsubishi applications, even when the vehicle is listed against the same make or model family.

If you are working from an old starter, check the mount type, hole size, pinion diameter, and pinion at rest before you buy. The listed mount hole diameter is M10x1.25, the starter mount type is 2 hole, the pinion diameter is 28mm, and the pinion at rest is 18mm. Those details are the practical checkpoints that help avoid a mismatch.

The warranty is listed as 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use. For a commercial vehicle, that shorter warranty period is worth noting when planning maintenance or deciding whether you want the old unit compared and verified before installation.

For best results, compare the existing starter’s tag, housing shape, and mounting pattern with the MXS229 measurements rather than relying on appearance alone. Mitsubishi-style starters can vary in rotation and nose cone configuration, and the wrong combination can prevent installation even if the electrical rating is correct.

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 MXS229 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 Centres A 98mm, Nose Cone Length 53mm, Overall Length 207mm, Pinion Diameter 28mm, Rotation CW, Voltage 12, New / Reman. New.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Wet / Dry Clutch Dry, Product Group 2 STARTER MOTORS, Part No. MXS229, Brand OEX, Description OEX Starter Motor 12V 8Th CW Mitsubishi Style, Flange Diameter 73mm, Mount Hole Diameter M10x1.25, Number of Teeth 8, Pinion at Rest 18mm.

OEX Starter Motor 12V 8Th CW Mitsubishi Style. Part number MXS229 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 MXS229, 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 MITSUBISHI GTO, MITSUBISHI GTO 1994, MITSUBISHI GTO 1995, MITSUBISHI GTO 1996. 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.

The listed warranty is 3yr Passenger 1yr Commercial. Warranty terms should be considered alongside correct application and part identification, as warranty does not replace fitment confirmation.

Compatibility note: Please confirm fitment using part number MXS229 and the measured application details, including 12V, CW rotation, 8 teeth, 2 hole mount, 98mm mount centres A, and the nose cone rotation note before ordering.

FAQ

What is the part number for this starter motor?

The part number listed is MXS229.

What voltage is this starter motor?

This starter motor is 12V.

What rotation does it use?

It is clockwise rotation, shown as CW.

How many teeth does the pinion have?

The pinion has 8 teeth.

Which vehicle make is it listed for?

It is listed as suiting Mitsubishi, with fitment references shown for Mitsubishi GTO, Mitsubishi Pajero, and Mitsubishi Triton.

Is there anything special to check before fitting?

Yes. The note states this unit will not interchange with VXS922 due to nose cone rotation, so the part number, rotation, mount type, and nose cone arrangement should all be checked before purchase.