Mitsubishi Starter Motor 12V 12T CW FLA0189

The Mitsubishi Starter Motor 12V 12T CW, part number FLA0189, is a new starter motor with a 6kW power rating and clockwise rotation. It is designed with a 12-tooth pinion, 3-hole starter mount, and a 92mm flange diameter, so the physical mounting details can be checked before purchase.

Measured details include 126mm mount centres A, B and C, a 13mm mount hole diameter, 356mm overall length, 44mm pinion diameter and 48mm pinion at rest. The starter weighs 13.7kg and is specified for 12V systems, with wet or dry clutch suitability noted.

Key Features

• New Mitsubishi starter motor
• 12V, clockwise rotation
• 12-tooth pinion
• 6kW power rating
• 3-hole starter mount
• Wet or dry clutch suitability

Specifications

• Brand: Mitsubishi
• Part No.: FLA0189
• Product type: Starter motor
• Voltage: 12V
• Rotation: CW
• Number of teeth: 12
• Power rating: 6kW
• Starter mount type: 3 hole

Verified fitment guidance

• Detroit Diesel DD13 engines up to December 2015 with 160 tooth ring gear only
• Detroit Diesel DD15 engines up to December 2015 with 160 tooth ring gear only
• Detroit Diesel DD16 engines up to December 2015 with 160 tooth ring gear only
• Fitment data also references Freightliner Argosy, Century and Coronado models
• Fitment data also references Western Star 4800, 4900 and 5800 models

Application and Buying Notes

Before ordering, check the part number FLA0189 against your existing starter and confirm the engine application. The listed engine note is specific: this starter suits Detroit Diesel DD13, DD15 and DD16 engines up to December 2015, and only with a 160 tooth ring gear. If the ring gear tooth count does not match, do not fit the unit.

The physical dimensions matter just as much as the application. You should compare the 3-hole mount, 126mm mount centres, 92mm flange diameter, 13mm mount hole diameter and 356mm overall length with the unit being replaced. These measurements help confirm the starter will sit correctly in the vehicle and line up with the mounting face.

The electrical specification is 12V, and the starter is rated at 6kW with clockwise rotation. Those details should match the vehicle system and replacement requirement. The unit is also listed as suitable for wet or dry clutch use, but that does not override the engine and ring gear restrictions stated above.

If you are replacing an existing starter, comparing the old unit’s tag, tooth count and mounting dimensions is the safest way to avoid a mismatch. The listed weight of 13.7kg and the 44mm pinion diameter can also be useful checks when comparing against the removed part.

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 FLA0189 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 2 Years 400,000km, Mount Centres A 126mm, Mount Centres C 126mm, Number of Teeth 12, Pinion at Rest 48mm, Power Rating 6kW, Suits Unit Make Mitsubishi, Note To suit Detroit Diesel DD13/15/16 engines up to December 2015 with 160 tooth ring gear ONLY. Any other use will damage the unit.

Additional published details for cross-checking include Starter Mount Type 3 Hole, Weight 13.7kg, Product Group 1 ROTATING ELECTRICAL, Part No. FLA0189, Brand MITSUBISHI, Description Mitsubishi Starter Motor 12V 12Th CW, Flange Diameter 92mm, Mount Centres B 126mm, Mount Hole Diameter 13, Overall Length 356mm.

Mitsubishi Starter Motor 12V 12Th CW. Part number FLA0189 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 FLA0189, 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 FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY, FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY 2011, FREIGHTLINER CENTURY, FREIGHTLINER CENTURY 2010, WESTERN STAR 4800, WESTERN STAR 4800 2004. 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 using part number FLA0189, the engine application, and the 160 tooth ring gear requirement before ordering. Do not rely on model name alone, and do not fit the unit to any application outside the listed Detroit Diesel DD13/DD15/DD16 coverage up to December 2015.

FAQ

What part number is this starter motor?

The part number is FLA0189. For this listing, part number FLA0189 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY, FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY 2011, FREIGHTLINER CENTURY. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What voltage is this starter motor?

It is a 12V starter motor. For this listing, part number FLA0189 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY, FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY 2011, FREIGHTLINER CENTURY. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What is the rotation direction?

The starter rotates clockwise (CW). For this listing, part number FLA0189 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY, FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY 2011, FREIGHTLINER CENTURY. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

Which engines is it listed for?

It is listed for Detroit Diesel DD13, DD15 and DD16 engines up to December 2015, with a 160 tooth ring gear only. For this listing, part number FLA0189 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY, FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY 2011, FREIGHTLINER CENTURY. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

What are the main mounting dimensions?

The listed mounting details are a 3-hole starter mount, 126mm mount centres A, B and C, a 92mm flange diameter, and 13mm mount hole diameter. For this listing, part number FLA0189 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY, FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY 2011, FREIGHTLINER CENTURY. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.

Is it new or remanufactured?

It is listed as new. For this listing, part number FLA0189 is the main reference point. Listed voltage is 12. Published fitment references include FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY, FREIGHTLINER ARGOSY 2011, FREIGHTLINER CENTURY. These details should still be checked against the original unit before ordering.