OEX MXS297 Starter Motor 12V 8T CW Mitsubishi Style

The OEX MXS297 is a new 12V starter motor with clockwise rotation, 8 teeth, and a 1.2kW power rating. It is listed as a Mitsubishi style unit with a 2-hole starter mount, 98mm mount centres, and a 70mm flange diameter, so the physical mounting details matter just as much as the electrical rating when matching it to your vehicle or machine.

This starter motor uses a 28mm pinion diameter, 10mm pinion at rest, and an overall length of 195mm. The mount hole diameter is M10x1.25 / 11, which is a useful checkpoint when comparing the old starter to the replacement before ordering.

OEX identifies this part as part number MXS297 and supplies it new, not remanufactured. It is specified for Mitsubishi applications and the fitment information also references selected Daedong, Hyundai, Kia, and Kioti applications, but those listings still need to be checked carefully against the exact unit being replaced.

Warranty cover is listed as 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use. That makes the basic identification straightforward, but the safest way to buy is still to compare the part number, rotation, tooth count, mounting layout, and any note about the bottom hole before fitting.

Key Features

• 12V starter motor
• Clockwise rotation
• 8-tooth pinion
• 1.2kW power rating
• New unit
• 2-hole starter mount

Specifications

• Voltage: 12V
• Power rating: 1.2kW
• Rotation: CW
• Number of teeth: 8
• Pinion diameter: 28mm
• Pinion at rest: 10mm
• Mount centres A: 98mm
• Flange diameter: 70mm

Checked fitment references

• Mitsubishi FTO
• Mitsubishi Galant
• Mitsubishi Lancer
• Mitsubishi Legnum
• Mitsubishi Magna
• Mitsubishi Outlander
• Mitsubishi Verada
• Hyundai Santa Fe

Application and Buying Notes

Before ordering, compare the MXS297 against the starter currently fitted to the vehicle or machine. The most useful checks here are the 12V rating, clockwise rotation, 8 teeth, 1.2kW output, 2-hole mount, and the 98mm mount centres. If any of those details differ, the starter may look similar but still not suit the application.

The note against this part is important: for a unit requiring a threaded bottom hole, use MXS2015. That means the mounting arrangement is a key identifier, not just the overall shape. The listed mount hole diameter is M10x1.25 / 11, so the thread and hole style should be confirmed before purchase, especially on Mitsubishi style applications.

The supplied application references include Mitsubishi, Hyundai, Kia, Daedong, and Kioti families, but those are only useful when matched to the exact engine or existing starter specification. A visual match alone is not enough. Check the old unit’s part number, tooth count, flange diameter of 70mm, overall length of 195mm, and pinion dimensions of 28mm diameter with 10mm pinion at rest.

If the vehicle or equipment is used commercially, the warranty differs from passenger use, with 1 year listed for commercial applications and 3 years for passenger applications. That makes it worth confirming how the unit will be used as well as whether the starter is the correct electrical and mechanical match for the job.

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 MXS297 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, Number of Teeth 8, Pinion at Rest 10mm, Power Rating 1.2kW, Suits Unit Make Mitsubishi, Note For unit requiring threaded bottom hole, use MXS2015, Starter Mount Type 2 Hole.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Weight 2.8kg, Product Group 1 ROTATING ELECTRICAL, Part No. MXS297, Brand OEX, Description OEX Starter Motor 12V 8Th CW Mitsubishi Style, Flange Diameter 70mm, Mount Hole Diameter M10x1.25 / 11, Overall Length 195mm, Pinion Diameter 28mm, Rotation CW.

OEX Starter Motor 12V 8Th CW Mitsubishi Style. Part number MXS297 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 MXS297, 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 DAEDONG DK551, DAEDONG DK551 2004, DAEDONG EX45, DAEDONG EX45 2007, HYUNDAI SANTA FE, HYUNDAI SANTA FE 2000. 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: Confirm fitment by matching part number MXS297, 12V clockwise rotation, 8 teeth, 2-hole mount, 98mm mount centres, and the threaded-bottom-hole note before ordering. If your current unit requires a threaded bottom hole, the listed alternative is MXS2015.

FAQ

What is the part number for this starter motor?

The listed part number is MXS297.

Is this starter motor new or remanufactured?

It is listed as new, not remanufactured.

What voltage and rotation does it have?

It is a 12V starter motor with clockwise rotation.

How many teeth does the pinion have?

The pinion is listed with 8 teeth.

What mount details should be checked before buying?

Check the 2-hole mount type, 98mm mount centres, M10x1.25 / 11 mount hole diameter, 70mm flange diameter, and the note about units that require a threaded bottom hole.

What warranty is listed?

The warranty is listed as 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use.