{"product_id":"durautos-starter-motor-for-2003-2005-honda-accord-2003-2006-element-2-4l-replaces-31200-raa-a51","title":"Durautos Starter Motor for 2003-2005 Honda Accord \u0026 2003-2006 Element 2.4L, Replaces 31200-RAA-A51","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .dur-pdp-wrapper {\n    --dur-red: #e60012;\n    --dur-red-dark: #b8000e;\n    --dur-black: #111111;\n    --dur-text: #30343b;\n    --dur-muted: #58606b;\n    --dur-light-bg: #f4f6f8;\n    --dur-border: #dddddd;\n    --dur-white: #ffffff;\n    --dur-gold: #ffb400;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n    max-width: 1000px;\n    margin: 20px auto;\n    overflow: hidden;\n    border: 1px solid var(--dur-border);\n    border-radius: 12px;\n    background: var(--dur-white);\n    box-shadow: 0 5px 25px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.07);\n    color: var(--dur-text);\n    font-family: \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n  }\n\n  .dur-pdp-wrapper,\n  .dur-pdp-wrapper * {\n    box-sizing: 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margin-top: 38px;\n      font-size: 1.3rem;\n    }\n\n    .dur-pdp-wrapper .specs-grid {\n      grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\n    }\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 480px) {\n    .dur-pdp-wrapper .pdp-header,\n    .dur-pdp-wrapper .pdp-body {\n      padding-right: 16px;\n      padding-left: 16px;\n    }\n\n    .dur-pdp-wrapper .compatibility-grid {\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n    }\n\n    .dur-pdp-wrapper .brand-card {\n      padding: 20px 18px;\n    }\n\n    .dur-pdp-wrapper .model-list li {\n      align-items: flex-start;\n      flex-direction: column;\n      gap: 6px;\n    }\n\n    .dur-pdp-wrapper .reference-flex {\n      gap: 8px;\n    }\n\n    .dur-pdp-wrapper .ref-pill {\n      min-height: 36px;\n      padding: 7px 12px;\n      font-size: 0.82rem;\n    }\n\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dur-pdp-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"pdp-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-main-title\"\u003eNew Starter Motor for Honda Accord Element \u0026amp; Acura TSX 2.4L\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-keyline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"keyline-item\"\u003e12V\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"keyline-item\"\u003e1.6 kW\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"keyline-item\"\u003e9 Teeth\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"keyline-item\"\u003ePMGR\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rating-bar\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"stars\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"rating-text\"\u003e4.8\/5 (20 Customer Reviews)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sku-badge\"\u003eOEM# 31200-RAA-A51 | Lester 17870\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-body\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"intro-text\"\u003eIgnite your Honda's performance with the \u003cstrong\u003eDurautos Premium Starter Motor\u003c\/strong\u003e. Specifically engineered for the \u003cstrong\u003eHonda Accord (2003–2005)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eHonda Element (2003–2006)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eAcura TSX (2004–2005) 2.4L\u003c\/strong\u003e applications, this 1.6 kW PMGR unit provides the reliable cranking power your K-Series engine demands.\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"compatibility\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"section-title\"\u003eVehicle Compatibility Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compatibility-grid\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"brand-card\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"brand-title\"\u003eHONDA MODELS\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"model-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"model-name\"\u003eAccord 2.4L (DX, LX, EX)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"model-year\"\u003e2003–2005\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"model-name\"\u003eElement 2.4L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"model-year\"\u003e2003–2006\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"brand-card\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"brand-title\"\u003eACURA MODELS\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"model-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"model-name\"\u003eTSX L4 2.4L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"model-year\"\u003e2004–2005\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"warning-notice\"\u003e⚠ Please check original part number 31200-RAA-A51 to ensure 100% fitment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"section-title\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003clabel\u003eCondition\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% New\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003clabel\u003eVoltage\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12V\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003clabel\u003ePower\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.6 kW\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003clabel\u003eRotation\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCW\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003clabel\u003eTooth Count\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9 Teeth\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003clabel\u003eStarter Type\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePMGR\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"interchange\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"section-title\"\u003eCross Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reference-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ref-pill\"\u003e31200-RAA-A51\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ref-pill\"\u003e31200-RAA-A52\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ref-pill\"\u003e31200-RAA-A43\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ref-pill\"\u003eHonda 06312-RAA-506\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ref-pill\"\u003eSM-71008\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ref-pill\"\u003eMitsuba SM612-09\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ref-pill\"\u003eLester 17870\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ref-pill\"\u003eRemy 16204\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ref-pill\"\u003eNAPA 244-8625\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ref-pill\"\u003eSTR72452\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"advantages\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"section-title\"\u003eThe Durautos Advantage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"advantage-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eK-Series Optimized:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-torque output for easy starts in all climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Core Charge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% brand-new assembly, with no return shipping required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardened 9-tooth gear for smooth flywheel engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\" class=\"faq-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs there a core charge for this Honda starter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-content\"\u003eNo. This is a 100% brand-new unit. You do not need to send back your old starter, saving you additional return-shipping logistics and costs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is covered under the 1-year warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-content\"\u003eDurautos provides a 1-year professional replacement warranty against all manufacturing and material defects from the date of purchase.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I ensure this 9-tooth CW starter fits my K-Series engine?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThis starter features a 9-tooth drive gear and operates in a clockwise (CW) rotation. To confirm fitment, verify that your vehicle has the listed 2.4L K-Series application and match original part number 31200-RAA-A51.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this starter compatible with Mitsuba SM612-09 factory assemblies?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. Lester 17870 is engineered as a direct replacement for original Mitsuba SM612-09 and SM-71008 starter motors commonly installed on the listed Honda and Acura 2.4L applications.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this starter motor assembly include mounting bolts?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-content\"\u003eNo. This package includes the brand-new starter assembly only. We recommend reusing serviceable original factory mounting hardware because the bolt holes are designed to standard factory specifications.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Starter Motor by Durautos.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67825815519292,"sku":"sku-48671806030067","price":82.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/5934\/4956\/files\/17870_starter_01.png?v=1792776001","url":"https:\/\/rpm-racing.com\/products\/durautos-starter-motor-for-2003-2005-honda-accord-2003-2006-element-2-4l-replaces-31200-raa-a51","provider":"Racing Precision Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}