DENSO 280-5389 First Time Fit Remanufactured Starter Motor

The DENSO 280-5389 First Time Fit® Remanufactured Starter Motor is engineered to deliver factory-original cranking performance backed by DENSO's decades of experience as an original equipment supplier to the world's leading automakers. DENSO's gear-reduction starter design is an industry benchmark — so capable it has been adapted for competitive racing applications — and this remanufactured unit upholds that same standard of rugged reliability.

Every DENSO remanufactured starter undergoes a rigorous multi-stage inspection, testing, and replacement process designed to produce the lowest return rates in the replacement aftermarket. Components are not simply cleaned and repackaged — they are rebuilt to meet or exceed original factory specifications.

Remanufacturing Process Highlights:

• Armature and field coils high-voltage tested for reliable electrical performance
• Solenoid coil 100% voltage tested
• Commutator polished, gauged, and performance-validated
• Pinion gear inspected and replaced as needed to meet engineering specifications
• Housing re-tapped to OE standards and inspected for heat warping, corrosion, and surface alignment
• All terminal bolts re-plated or replaced with premium copper components for a clean, low-resistance electrical connection
• All-new bearings, brushes, and seals installed
• Every unit bench-tested to verify factory-original performance before shipment

Performance Benefits:

• Maximum cranking torque under all operating conditions
• Compact, lightweight gear-reduction design — a class leader in size and weight
• Engineered to start reliably in both extreme cold and extreme heat
• Meets or exceeds all original manufacturer standards with a proper, trouble-free fit

Choosing a remanufactured starter is also an environmentally responsible decision — valuable components and raw materials are recycled and returned to service rather than discarded. The DENSO First Time Fit® program ensures the correct part, the correct fit, and dependable performance from the first installation.