OEX Starter Motor 12V 11T CW Autolite Style AXS981

The OEX Starter Motor AXS981 is a 12V, clockwise-rotation starter built in an Autolite style configuration and fitted with 11 teeth. It is a new starter motor with a 1.2kW power rating, a 2-hole starter mount, and a mount centres measurement of 98mm.

This unit measures 214mm overall length, has a 35mm pinion diameter, and a 36mm pinion at rest. The mount hole diameter is 10.5mm, and the unit weight is 2.92kg. Those dimensions matter when comparing like-for-like starters, particularly where clearance and mounting pattern need to match the original component.

OEX identifies this starter as suitable for Autolite applications, and the supplied fitment references include Ford Mondeo and Volvo S60, V60, and XC60 application groups. Always compare the part number, rotation, voltage, tooth count, and mounting details before ordering, as starter motors can look similar while differing in small but important ways.

Key Features

• 12V starter motor
• Clockwise rotation
• 11-tooth pinion
• Autolite style
• New unit
• 2-hole starter mount

Specifications

• Part No.: AXS981
• Brand: OEX
• Type: Starter motor
• Voltage: 12V
• Power rating: 1.2kW
• Rotation: CW
• Number of teeth: 11
• Starter mount type: 2 hole

Fitment guidance

• Ford Mondeo
• Volvo S60
• Volvo V60
• Volvo XC60

Application and Buying Notes

When replacing a starter motor, the safest approach is to match the part number AXS981, then confirm the 12V rating, CW rotation, 11 teeth, and 2-hole mounting arrangement against the original unit. The 98mm mount centres and 10.5mm mount hole diameter are important checks if the old starter has been removed and can be measured directly.

This starter is listed as Autolite style and suits Autolite applications, so the make of the original unit is worth confirming before purchase. The supplied fitment references point to Ford Mondeo and Volvo S60, V60, and XC60 application groups, but that still leaves room for differences between engine variants and build dates, so part number matching remains the best verification method.

The 214mm overall length, 35mm pinion diameter, and 36mm pinion at rest are useful reference points when checking physical clearance around the bellhousing and surrounding components. A starter that is close but not identical in these dimensions may not sit correctly or may interfere with adjacent parts.

OEX lists this as a new starter motor with a 1.2kW power rating and a 2.92kg weight. Those figures help confirm you are comparing the correct style of unit, but they should be used alongside the existing starter details rather than on their own. If the vehicle originally used a different rotation, tooth count, or mount pattern, this part should not be treated as an automatic substitute.

The warranty is listed as 3 years for passenger use and 1 year for commercial use. Warranty terms do not replace fitment checking, so the important step is still to confirm the application details and the complete specification set before installation or ordering.

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 AXS981 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 10.5, Overall Length 214mm, Pinion Diameter 35mm, Rotation CW, Voltage 12, Starter Mount Type 2 Hole, Weight 2.92kg.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Product Group 1 ROTATING ELECTRICAL, Part No. AXS981, Brand OEX, Description OEX Starter Motor 12V 11Th CW Autolite Style, Mount Centres A 98mm, Number of Teeth 11, Pinion at Rest 36mm, Power Rating 1.2kW, Suits Unit Make Autolite, New / Reman. New.

OEX Starter Motor 12V 11Th CW Autolite Style. Part number AXS981 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 AXS981, 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.

Compatibility note: Confirm compatibility by matching part number AXS981 and checking the 12V, CW, 11-tooth, 2-hole, Autolite-style details against the vehicle’s original starter motor and application records before purchase.

FAQ

What is the part number for this starter motor?

The part number is AXS981. For this listing, part number AXS981 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FORD MONDEO, FORD MONDEO 2007, FORD MONDEO 2008. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What voltage and rotation does this starter have?

It is a 12V starter motor with clockwise (CW) rotation. For this listing, part number AXS981 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FORD MONDEO, FORD MONDEO 2007, FORD MONDEO 2008. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

How many teeth does the pinion have?

The starter has 11 teeth. For this listing, part number AXS981 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FORD MONDEO, FORD MONDEO 2007, FORD MONDEO 2008. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What mounting details are listed?

It is a 2-hole starter mount with 98mm mount centres and a 10.5mm mount hole diameter. For this listing, part number AXS981 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FORD MONDEO, FORD MONDEO 2007, FORD MONDEO 2008. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What vehicles are referenced in the supplied fitment information?

The supplied fitment references include Ford Mondeo and Volvo S60, V60, and XC60 application groups. For this listing, part number AXS981 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FORD MONDEO, FORD MONDEO 2007, FORD MONDEO 2008. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

Is this a new or remanufactured starter?

This is listed as a new starter motor. For this listing, part number AXS981 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FORD MONDEO, FORD MONDEO 2007, FORD MONDEO 2008. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.