DENSO 280-5388 First Time Fit Remanufactured Starter Motor

The DENSO 280-5388 First Time Fit® Remanufactured Starter Motor delivers factory-original cranking performance backed by DENSO's decades of OE manufacturing expertise. As the company that pioneered the gear-reduction starter design — a benchmark so robust it's been adapted for motorsport use — DENSO brings unmatched authority to the remanufactured starter market.

Every 280-5388 unit undergoes a rigorous multi-step remanufacturing process designed to meet or exceed original equipment standards. Each starter is subjected to over 29 individual performance and safety checks before leaving the facility, resulting in some of the lowest return rates in the replacement aftermarket.

Remanufacturing Process Highlights:

• Armature and field coils high-voltage tested for reliable electrical performance
• Commutator refinished, gauged, and performance-validated
• All terminal bolts replated or replaced with premium copper for clean, consistent current flow
• Housing re-tapped to OE standards and inspected for heat warping, corrosion, and surface misalignment
• Pinion gear inspected and replaced as needed to meet engineering specifications
• All-new bearings, brushes, and seals installed
• Every unit bench-tested to confirm factory-original output

Performance Benefits:

• Maximum cranking torque across all operating conditions
• Compact, lightweight gear-reduction design — class leaders in size and weight
• Engineered for reliable cold- and hot-weather starting
• Meets or exceeds all OE manufacturer standards for direct-fit installation

Choosing a remanufactured starter is also the environmentally responsible decision — reclaiming and reconditioning quality cores reduces raw material consumption and keeps functional components out of the waste stream. The DENSO First Time Fit® program ensures the correct part, the correct fit, and factory-grade performance the first time, every time.