{"title":"Pontiac Parts","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePontiac Parts for Sale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis page lists the Pontiac parts we sell for the Firebird, Vibe, G3 and the 2.2L four-cylinder cars like the Sunfire. Every part shown above can be ordered online, and each product page lists the models, years, engine and OE number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Motors stopped making Pontiac cars after the 2010 model year, but plenty are still on the road and many more are being restored or modified. Because Pontiacs shared their engines and platforms with Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Saturn and, in the case of the Vibe, Toyota, parts are easier to find than many people think. The Firebird shares its platform with the Chevrolet Camaro, the Vibe was built alongside the Toyota Matrix with Toyota engines, and the G3 is a version of the Chevrolet Aveo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow you will find the parts with their specs, notes on common Pontiac repairs, how to check fitment, fitting tips and answers to frequent questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePontiac Parts in Stock\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/starter-high-torque-starter-motor-for-pontiac-toyota-17841-2800330-3371171\"\u003eStarter Motor for Pontiac Vibe and Toyota Corolla, 2003-2008, 4-Cylinder\u003c\/a\u003e: OE reference 17841.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/starter-motor-fit-for-chevrolet-oldsmobile-pontiac-satur-2-2l-2001-2006-12564089-9t\"\u003eStarter Motor for Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Pontiac and Saturn 2.2L, 2001-2006\u003c\/a\u003e: OE 12564089, 9 teeth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/93186324-engine-oil-cooler-w-oil-filter-assembly-for-chevy-cruze-aveo-pontiac-g3\"\u003eEngine Oil Cooler with Oil Filter Housing for Pontiac G3 and Chevrolet Sonic, Cruze and Aveo\u003c\/a\u003e: OE 93186324.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ls-swap-exhaust-headers-camaro-firebird-1982-1992\"\u003eLS Swap Exhaust Manifold Headers for 1982-1992 Camaro and Firebird, Third Generation\u003c\/a\u003e: for owners fitting an LS V8 into a third-generation F-body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fuel-gas-pump-sending-module-for-99-02-camaro-base-99-02-firebird-base-3-8l-v6\"\u003eFuel Pump and Sending Unit Module for 1999-2002 Firebird and Camaro Base 3.8L V6\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Pontiac Repairs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStarter motors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany Pontiacs on the road are 15 to 25 years old, and the starter is one of the most common failures at that age. A single click when you turn the key, slow cranking with a good battery or a grinding noise are the usual signs. The Vibe uses a Toyota-designed engine and starter, so its starter also fits the Corolla of the same years. The 2.2L engine was used in several GM brands, so one starter covers many cars. See \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/starter-motors\"\u003estarter motors\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eG3 oil cooler leaks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small GM four-cylinder engines in the G3, Aveo, Sonic and Cruze are known for oil and coolant leaks from the oil cooler and filter housing. Signs include oil around the filter, a falling coolant level or oil in the coolant. Replacing the whole housing with new seals stops the leak. See \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cooling-system-parts\"\u003ecooling system parts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirebird fuel pump\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Firebird that cranks but will not start, stalls when hot, or loses power on the motorway may have a tired fuel pump. A wrong or jumpy fuel gauge points to a worn sending unit. The module we sell replaces both. See \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fuel-system-parts\"\u003efuel system parts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLS swaps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitting a modern GM LS V8 into a 1982-1992 Firebird or Camaro is one of the most popular engine swaps around. The factory exhaust manifolds on an LS engine often hit the chassis in these older cars, which is why swap-specific headers exist. See \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exhaust-parts\"\u003eexhaust parts\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/performance-car-parts\"\u003eperformance car parts\u003c\/a\u003e for more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a history of the brand, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Pontiac\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePontiac article on Wikipedia\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Make Sure Pontiac Parts Fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine.\u003c\/strong\u003e Many Pontiac models came with several engines. The Firebird fuel module we list is for the 3.8L V6 base model, not the V8 Formula or Trans Am.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission.\u003c\/strong\u003e Starters sometimes differ between manual and automatic cars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear.\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the years on the listing. The Vibe was updated for 2009, for example.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE numbers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Match 17841, 12564089 and 93186324 to the numbers on your old part.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor engine swaps,\u003c\/strong\u003e confirm the headers suit your engine, chassis and steering setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend us your VIN through our contact page if you want us to check before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarter:\u003c\/strong\u003e always disconnect the battery first. Check the battery, ground strap and cables before replacing a starter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOil cooler housing:\u003c\/strong\u003e drain the coolant first, clean the mating surfaces well and use the new gaskets. Refill and bleed the cooling system afterwards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFuel pump:\u003c\/strong\u003e work in a well-ventilated space away from sparks, relieve fuel pressure before disconnecting lines, and keep the tank as empty as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeaders:\u003c\/strong\u003e use new gaskets and recheck the bolts after the first heat cycles, because header bolts often loosen once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Parts by Category\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine-parts\"\u003eEngine parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/car-electrical-parts\"\u003eCar electrical parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gaskets-and-seals\"\u003eGaskets and seals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevrolet-parts\"\u003eChevrolet parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-parts\"\u003eToyota parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering, Delivery and Returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can order these Pontiac parts directly from this page. Delivery options and times for your country appear at checkout and on our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eshipping page\u003c\/a\u003e. If a part does not match its listing, our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns\"\u003ereturns page\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty\"\u003ewarranty page\u003c\/a\u003e explain what to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePontiac Parts FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Pontiac parts still available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Pontiac shared engines and platforms with other GM brands and with Toyota, so many replacement parts are still made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes a Toyota Corolla starter fit the Pontiac Vibe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the 2003-2008 four-cylinder models listed, yes. The Vibe uses a Toyota engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my G3 leaking oil near the filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oil cooler and filter housing seals are a common leak point on this engine. Replacing the housing fixes it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the fuel pump fit a V8 Firebird?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The module we list is for the 1999-2002 Firebird base model with the 3.8L V6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you deliver Pontiac parts to my country?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountries and delivery costs are shown at checkout. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eshipping page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ls-swap-exhaust-headers-camaro-firebird-1982-1992","title":"LS Swap Exhaust Manifold Headers - 1982-1992 Camaro\/Firebird (Third Gen)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLS Swap Headers for the Third Gen Camaro and Firebird\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a set of exhaust manifold headers built specifically for LS-series engine swaps into a 1982-1992 Chevy Camaro or Firebird, the Third Gen F-Body platform. If you're dropping an LS1, LS2, LS3, or LS6 into one of these cars, factory manifolds and small-block headers aren't going to bolt up cleanly, and that's exactly the gap these headers are built to fill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach header uses full 1 7\/8 inch primary tubes feeding into a 3 inch collector, sized to move exhaust efficiently off an LS-series V8 without choking it down. That primary and collector sizing is a common sweet spot for street-driven LS swaps — big enough to flow well, not so oversized that you lose low-end torque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLS Engines Only — Read This Before Ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese headers are built for LS1, LS2, LS3, and LS6 engines specifically, for LS-series swaps into the Third Gen F-Body. They will not work on a standard small-block Chevy (SBC) or big-block Chevy (BBC) — the mounting geometry and engine dimensions are different enough that a header built for an LS swap simply won't line up on a traditional small-block or big-block. If you're running an SBC or BBC in your Camaro or Firebird rather than doing an LS swap, this isn't the right header for your build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Clearance Note Worth Knowing Before You Install\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your swap uses a larger transmission — a 4L80E or an older Turbo 350 or Turbo 400 — the bellhousing ears may need to be trimmed for proper header clearance. This is a common enough step in LS swap builds that it shouldn't be a surprise, but it's worth planning for before you're halfway through installation rather than finding out mid-job. A die grinder and a bit of patience usually gets the clearance you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Headers Matter on an LS Swap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you're already going through the work of swapping in an LS engine, running factory-style manifolds or a mismatched header defeats a lot of the purpose. A header built specifically for the swap gives you correct fitment against the LS block and heads, reasonable ground clearance for the F-Body's chassis, and enough flow to let the engine breathe the way it's meant to. Wikipedia's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Exhaust_manifold\"\u003eexhaust manifold article\u003c\/a\u003e covers the general engineering tradeoffs between manifold and header-style exhaust routing if you want the deeper technical background on why tube length and primary sizing matter for flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese headers are listed as fitting the 1982-1992 Third Gen Camaro, Firebird, and F-Body platform specifically, for LS1\/LS2\/LS3\/LS6 swaps. If you're working on a Fourth Gen F-Body (1993-2002) or a different generation entirely, this isn't the correct header — Third Gen F-Body dimensions and mounting points are specific enough that fitment doesn't carry over between generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the bellhousing clearance note above, expect a header install on an LS swap to require careful attention to ground clearance, steering shaft clearance, and starter motor fit, all of which vary depending on the rest of your swap components. If this is your first LS swap, it's worth researching build threads for the Third Gen F-Body specifically before you start, since a lot of the fitment quirks are well documented by people who've done this exact swap before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Exhaust manifold headers, LS swap application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimary tube diameter: 1 7\/8 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollector size: 3 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible engines: LS1, LS2, LS3, LS6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible vehicles: 1982-1992 Chevy Camaro, Firebird, Third Gen F-Body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot compatible with: Standard SBC or BBC engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese headers are in stock and ship as a set. Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/a\u003e page covers current timelines, and our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns\"\u003eReturns\u003c\/a\u003e pages explain the process if anything isn't right on arrival. If you're not sure this matches your specific swap combination, our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-a-part\"\u003eRequest a Part page\u003c\/a\u003e is the fastest way to check before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese headers sit in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exhaust-parts\"\u003eexhaust and emissions\u003c\/a\u003e collection and our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevrolet\"\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/a\u003e collection, alongside our broader \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/performance-parts\"\u003eperformance parts\u003c\/a\u003e selection for other swap-related components. If you're working on a later F-Body instead, our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fuel-gas-pump-sending-module-for-99-02-camaro-base-99-02-firebird-base-3-8l-v6\"\u003eFourth Gen Camaro\/Firebird fuel pump module\u003c\/a\u003e is worth a look for that generation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EasyLife Auto Parts","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":49810172674276,"sku":"CJQT239785901AZ","price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0502\/0900\/files\/be204be4-cb3b-4958-bbb2-36865e869d4b.png?v=1788762881"},{"product_id":"93186324-engine-oil-cooler-w-oil-filter-assembly-for-chevy-cruze-aveo-pontiac-g3","title":"Engine Oil Cooler w\/ Filter Housing For Chevrolet Sonic, Cruze \u0026 Aveo\/Pontiac G3, OE 93186324","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAn Engine Oil Cooler for the Sonic, Cruze, and Aveo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an engine oil cooler with integrated oil filter housing built for the 2012-2017 Chevrolet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Chevrolet_Sonic\"\u003eSonic\u003c\/a\u003e, 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Aveo (including its Pontiac G3 twin sold under that badge in Canada and Mexico for the same model years), cross-referenced to OE numbers 93186324 and 12992593. If you're seeing an oil temperature warning, noticing oil breaking down faster than it should between changes, or dealing with a leak around the oil filter housing, a failed oil cooler assembly is a common cause on these small-displacement GM engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Aveo and Pontiac G3 Share This Part\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pontiac G3 was General Motors' rebadged version of the Chevrolet Aveo, sold under the Pontiac name in Canada starting in 2009 and later in Mexico, built on the same platform with the same engine and underhood components as its Chevrolet counterpart. Because the G3 is mechanically identical to the Aveo it was based on, a part built for the Aveo's engine bay, including this oil cooler assembly, fits the G3 as well, which is a common pattern in this era of General Motors' badge-engineering across its now-discontinued Pontiac division.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-referenced to OE numbers 93186324 and 12992593\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombined oil cooler and filter housing assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% leak tested and durability tested before shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by a 1-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Engine oil cooler with filter housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItems included: 1 engine oil cooler assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTesting: Leak tested and durability tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 1 year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits the 2012-2017 Chevrolet Sonic, 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Aveo and its Pontiac G3 twin. Because these models were offered with more than one engine option across these years, it's worth confirming your specific vehicle's engine against the OE numbers above before ordering, or contacting us with your VIN if you're unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSigns Your Oil Cooler Needs Replacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA failing oil cooler assembly on these vehicles typically shows up as an oil leak around the base of the oil filter, a rising oil temperature reading on vehicles equipped with a gauge, or oil that looks or smells burnt sooner than expected between changes. Because this assembly also houses the oil filter itself, a crack or failed seal in the cooler section can sometimes be mistaken for a simple filter leak, which is worth ruling out before assuming the filter alone is the problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Owners Replace the Complete Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the oil cooler and filter housing are built as a single combined unit on these engines rather than separate serviceable parts, replacing the complete assembly is the standard repair rather than attempting to isolate and fix a single seal or passage within it. Starting with a new, pre-tested assembly means every seal and passage in the unit is fresh at once, which avoids the risk of a second leak developing shortly after a partial repair on a component that sees constant oil flow and pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing this assembly means draining the engine oil, removing the oil filter, disconnecting the coolant lines that run through the cooler, and unbolting the housing from the engine block before installing the new unit with fresh seals in reverse order. Because the cooler shares coolant with the engine's cooling system, having a drain pan ready for coolant as well as oil makes the job less messy than expecting only one fluid to come out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis oil cooler assembly is in stock and ships ready to install. Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/a\u003e page covers current timelines, and our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns\"\u003eReturns\u003c\/a\u003e pages explain what to do if anything isn't right on arrival. Not sure this matches your specific vehicle and engine? Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-a-part\"\u003eRequest a Part page\u003c\/a\u003e is the fastest way to confirm before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis oil cooler assembly is listed in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevrolet\"\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/a\u003e collection, along with our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cooling-system\"\u003eCooling System\u003c\/a\u003e collection, where you'll find other parts for the Sonic, Cruze, and Aveo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EasyLife Auto Parts","offers":[{"title":"See image","offer_id":49810210717924,"sku":"CJQT272381901AZ","price":75.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0502\/0900\/files\/37407f68-d7a1-4228-988d-02b3fbed78fc.jpg?v=1788763441"},{"product_id":"starter-high-torque-starter-motor-for-pontiac-toyota-17841-2800330-3371171","title":"Pontiac Vibe \u0026 Toyota Corolla Starter Motor – 2003-2008 L4 (OE 17841)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Starter Motor for the Pontiac Vibe and Toyota Corolla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a high-torque starter motor built for the 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe and 2003-2008 Toyota Corolla, both with the L4 engine, cross-referenced to OE number 17841 and a long list of interchange numbers including 17841N, 28100-0D080, 28100-22090, and several Bosch and Denso equivalents. If your Corolla or Vibe is cranking slowly, clicking without turning over, or not starting at all, this starter is built as a direct OE-spec replacement rather than a generic universal unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Vibe and Corolla Share a Starter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Pontiac_Vibe\"\u003ePontiac Vibe\u003c\/a\u003e was built alongside the Toyota Corolla in a joint venture between GM and Toyota, and the two cars shared the same engine and drivetrain hardware underneath their different badges and sheet metal. That's exactly why a starter cross-referenced to OE number 17841 lines up with both nameplates instead of being split into two separate listings — mechanically, the starting system on these two cars is the same part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-referenced to OE number 17841 and OEM numbers 28100-0D080, 28100-22090, 428000-0340, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1600W rated power with a 263A max current draw for strong, consistent cranking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIP54 protection rating against dust and moisture intrusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10-tooth gear, clockwise rotation, to match the factory flywheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE number: 17841 (also 17841N, 28100-0D080, 28100-22090, 428000-0340\/0341\/1311, 281000D080, 2810022090, 4280000340\/0341, 428000131, 410-52207)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 12V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated power: 1600W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax current: 263A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotation: Clockwise (CW)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGear teeth: 10T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtection rating: IP54\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits the 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe with the L4 engine and the 2003-2008 Toyota Corolla with the L4 engine. Because both cars used more than one engine option across trims in these model years, it's worth matching this starter's OE number against your specific Vibe or Corolla's engine before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSigns Your Starter Is Failing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA failing starter on these cars usually shows up as a single click with no crank, a slow or labored crank that eventually catches, or an intermittent no-start that seems to come and go depending on temperature or how long the car has been sitting. Because the starter draws a heavy current for a brief moment every time the key turns, a weakening internal motor or worn solenoid tends to get worse gradually rather than failing all at once, which is why catching it early usually means less time stranded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Owners Replace the Full Starter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a starter this age, the internal brushes, solenoid contacts, and bushings have usually all seen similar wear from years of heat cycling under the hood, so replacing the complete unit is generally more reliable than attempting to rebuild just one worn component. A direct OE-spec replacement also means the mounting bolts, electrical connector, and gear engagement all match what's already on the car, without the fitment guesswork that comes with a generic aftermarket substitute. For a car in this age range, that's usually the difference between a job that's done in an afternoon and one that turns into a second trip back under the hood because a generic part didn't quite seat right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarter access varies depending on which side of the engine bay it's mounted on, but on most Vibe and Corolla applications it's a matter of disconnecting the battery, removing the electrical connections at the starter, and unbolting it from the bell housing. It's worth cleaning the mounting surface and connector terminals before installing the new unit, since corrosion at those contact points is a common reason a freshly installed starter still seems to underperform. Disconnecting the battery first isn't optional here — the starter circuit carries enough current that a stray tool touching the wrong terminal can do real damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pontiac Vibe and Toyota Corolla starter motor is in stock and ships ready to install. Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/a\u003e page covers current timelines, and our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns\"\u003eReturns\u003c\/a\u003e pages explain what to do if anything isn't right on arrival. Not sure this matches your specific engine? Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/request-a-part\"\u003eRequest a Part page\u003c\/a\u003e is the fastest way to confirm before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis starter is listed in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/starters\"\u003eStarters\u003c\/a\u003e collection, along with our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota\"\u003eToyota\u003c\/a\u003e collection, where you'll find other parts for the Corolla platform.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EasyLife Auto Parts","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":49816155193572,"sku":"CJDD25910890001","price":93.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0502\/0900\/files\/c747b71d-024e-478d-8fdc-0dfdaabc342a.jpg?v=1788804913"},{"product_id":"gm-2-2l-starter-motor-12564089","title":"GM 2.2L Starter Motor 12564089 for Cavalier, Ion, Sunfire, Alero, Vue 2001-2006","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eGM 2.2L starter motor\u003c\/strong\u003e replaces OE \u003cstrong\u003e12564089\u003c\/strong\u003e on the four-cylinder Ecotec engines used across Chevrolet, Pontiac, Oldsmobile and Saturn in the early 2000s. It has a 9-tooth drive. If the car clicks without cranking or starts only sometimes, the starter is a likely cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE number: 12564089\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeeth: 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 12V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplication\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChevrolet Cavalier 2.2L 2002-2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChevrolet Classic (fleet) 2.2L 2004-2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChevrolet Cobalt 2.0L and 2.2L 2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChevrolet Malibu 2.2L 2004-2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOldsmobile Alero 2.2L 2002-2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePontiac Grand Am 2.2L 2002-2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePontiac Pursuit 2.2L 2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePontiac Sunfire 2.2L 2002-2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaturn Ion 2.2L 2003-2006, 2.0L 2004-2006, 2.4L 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaturn L Series 2.2L 2001-2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaturn Vue 2.2L 2002-2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore replacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTest the battery and clean the main cable ends first. Disconnect the battery before you start. For how starters work, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Starter_(engine)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003estarter (engine) article on Wikipedia\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/starter-motors\"\u003estarter motors\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chevrolet-parts\"\u003eChevrolet parts\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pontiac-parts\"\u003ePontiac parts\u003c\/a\u003e. 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