Starter for Mercruiser GM 3.7L MD97499A2

• Starter for Mercruiser GM 3.7L MD97499A2

Starter for Mercruiser GM 3.7L MD97499A2 is the starter motor for the MerCruiser 3.7L-224-CID series.

It rotates the engine during the starting process and is intended for the characteristic 4-cylinder Mercruiser models based on the 224 CID.

Suitable for the following models:

• MerCruiser 470 with Mercury 224 I/L4 from 1983 to 1984
• MerCruiser 488 with Mercury 224 I/L4 from 1983 to 1984
• MerCruiser 170 and 190 with Mercury 224 I/L4 from 1985 to 1986
• MerCruiser 165 and 180 with Mercury 224 I/L4 from 1987
• MerCruiser 3.7L and 3.7LX with Mercury 224 I/L4 from 1988 to 1989

Technical information:

• 12-volt starter
• 9-tooth pinion
• CW or standard direction of rotation
• 2-bolt mount
• Ground routing via housing

Replaces the following reference numbers:

• MerCruiser 50-97499A2
• MerCruiser 50-97499R3
• Sierra 18-5907

FAQ about this article:

For which engine family is this starter intended?
It is designed for the MerCruiser 3.7L-224 CID series with the models 470, 488, 170, 190, 165, 180, 3.7L and 3.7LX.

Which technical features are important?
The key features are 12 volts, 9-tooth pinion, standard direction of rotation and the 2-bolt mount.

Can this starter be confused with other MerCruiser series?
Yes, there are similar Delco starters in the marine sector. The reference number, number of pinions and engine family should be checked before ordering.