Engine Starter - Mopar (68441792AA)
- MSRP: $328.00
- Discount: $111.30 (33.9% off)
- Sale Price: $216.70
- Core Charge: $75.00 Core Charge Applies
Details
- Brand:
- SKU:
68441792AA
- Other Names:
Starter
- Description:
Mopar part number 68441792AA is a genuine Mopar engine starter motor assembly used on several late-model Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles equipped with the 5.7L HEMI V8, including both standard and eTorque mild-hybrid applications.
OEM Part Description
Mopar officially identifies this part as:
- Starter-Engine
- Engine Starter
- Starter Motor Assembly
Primary Function
The starter motor is responsible for:
- Engaging the engine flywheel/flexplate
- Cranking the engine during startup
- Converting battery electrical power into rotational force
- Initiating combustion during ignition cycles
On HEMI-equipped vehicles, this starter is designed to handle:
- High compression V8 startup loads
- Frequent stop/start operation on eTorque systems
- Heavy-duty truck and SUV use
Common Vehicle Applications
This starter is commonly used on:
- Ram 1500
- Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Jeep Grand Cherokee L
- Jeep Wagoneer
- Common Vehicle Applications
This starter is commonly used on:- Ram 1500
- Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Jeep Grand Cherokee L
- Jeep Wagoneer
- 5.7L HEMI V8 MDS VVT
- 5.7L HEMI eTorque
- Some mild hybrid HEMI configurations
- Genuine OEM Mopar component
- Direct-fit replacement
- Approximate weight: 9.2 lbs
- Core charge commonly applies
- New unit, not remanufactured
- Factory warranty included through Mopar dealers
- Clicking noise during startup
- Slow or intermittent cranking
- No-crank condition
- Grinding noise during engagement
- Excessive current draw
- Burnt electrical smell
- Start/stop system faults on eTorque vehicles
- Installation Notes
Replacement generally involves:- Disconnecting battery power
- Removing starter electrical connections
- Removing mounting bolts
- Accessing from underneath vehicle
- Resetting/startup relearn procedures on some eTorque systems
- 1.5–3.0 hours depending on chassis and drivetrain configuration.
- Condition: New
- Notes: Engines: 5.7l v8 hemi mds vvt engine. 5.7l v8 hemi mds vvt etorque engine.
- Applications: 4x2. 4x4.
Vehicle Fitment
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