TYC 1-19049 Starter Motor Compatible with 2009-2014 Toyota Corolla

This is a nice inexpensive option for an all-new (non-rebuilt) starter for a 2012 Corolla (and similar models). I saved around $25 by getting a "like new" version from the Amazon Warehouse Deals rather than the new one off the main site. Yeah, I don't get the warranty, but they do test it and it appears essentially new/unused with only damaged packaging. Time will tell whether this was a good approach.HOME REBUILD NOT AN OPTION FOR ME:I removed my old starter (a bit of a struggle to work around the tranny dipstick on automatics, and a bit of a struggle dealing with rusted, corroded bolts, but got it out). I was hoping to rebuild it, but it was super corroded. After drilling out a few of the bolts and getting most of it disassembled and cleaned up, I was never able to get the solenoid to separate -- the way it sits when installed creates a little cup around the attachment bolt and it holds water and essentially rust welds the entire bolt to the starter housing. I spent way more time trying to get it to break free than any sane person would and eventually gave up. After a bit of searching, I found these brand new TYC starters that looked like a good option and were less expensive than buying a rebuild. I ended up buying a "like new" TYC starter on Amazon Warehouse -- it was essentially new with damaged packaging only. It came with a test sheet showing the testing it went through (torque, RPMs, electrical draw, etc.). I was much more comfortable going this route than trying to do a partial rebuild without a new solenoid. [My old starter still worked, but had started grinding on occasion and I felt like the solenoid could need new contacts internally, so I didn't want to rebuild everything else and have the grinding continue].INSTALL:I cleaned up the old corroded starter bolts and they were in decent shape but I was able to get 2 brand new ones from Toyota dealership for under $2 for the pair, so I just went with new ones to play it safe to make the next replacement go easier. The install of the new starter is super easy (much easier than removing the old one with all the corrosion). 2 mounting bolts (one on each side going opposite directions) and then 2 electrical connections (the B+ terminal with the plastic cap over it and the solenoid trigger wire).QUALITY STARTER:Starter has been working great so far -- no more annoying grinding on occasion like the old one. When I inspected the new starter, it seemed very good quality so I am optimistic it will last many years/starts. Given the significantly lower price, I don't necessarily expect it to last 9 years/120k miles like the original, but that is only based on the price -- I did not detect any quality difference in any of the components.OLD CORE:Because there is no core charge for this new starter, I now have a starter core that I can either sell or try to rebuild (although I am not optimistic about ever getting that solenoid free with the set of tools I have -- I am sure a professional rebuild shop would be able to cut the bolt that is inaccessible to be with my limited tools).SUMMARY:Overall very happy with this starter for the first few weeks. I will update the post if it fails prematurely.

Took me about 20 minutes to take out old starter , because of bolt placement but once you get the right angles is no problem. Squeezing it through the engine and fan takes a few minutes. The new starter went in very easy, perfect fit in 5 minutes. The car started right up and part worked fine. Hopefully it lasts awhile. Good product.

No issues, works as expected. Much cheaper than auto part store.

perfit fit and easy to install on my 2010 toyota corolla. appeared to be made to last.

My original starter finally started the fun little grinding sound against the flywheel, so I bought this one to replace it. Old one came off easily even after spending 14 years in the rust belt, and the new one went in much faster than the old one came out. This looks exactly the same as the Denso unit I removed.The YouTube videos will tell you to remove other parts to access the top starter bolt, but I don't agree. The parts they say to remove didn't give me any additional clearance. Neither bolt should be in there very tight if it's the original part. Standard wrench for the top bolt with a lot of tiny incremental turns, ratchet with a couple inch extension for the bottom bolt. I found it easiest to take the top bolt mostly out, disconnect the electrical connectors, get the bottom mostly out, finish the top, then finish the bottom bolt. Mine stayed in place even with all the bolts removed, just had to wiggle it out from the bottom after that. The entire process took about 3 hours for someone who understands basic car concepts but is by no means talented at mechanical work.There's no core charge on this part, so I kept the old one in my trunk just in case this one failed early on.The new starter SEEMED to fail after about a month. It was actually the electrical bolt coming loose over time. If yours is taking multiple tries to start, just try tightening that before anything else.Installed: March 2024Initial review: May 2024

Quality is very good. Worked great

It works. Fit was fine for my 2014 Corolla with 230k miles on original starter. Installing was easy as I didn’t have to remove any part other than the intake hose to the throttle body. I just removed the two 14mm bolts by feel with a socket wrench. I didn’t even have to go under the car and remove the splash covers. The old part just needs to be squeezed out from the top.

This starter was easy to install but it only lasted for 2 days. Ao instead of risking it I bought a OEM starter from Toyota and after a couple of weeks it's still working as it should. Save your money and time and get OEM. Also don't buy from autzone. They're just as bad.

Perfect fit works great corolla 2010 1.8

Perfect fit , brand new , not rebuilt

Was a direct fit and replacement in 2009 Toyota Matrix 1.8L. Old starter was acting up, would turn over the motor but not fast enough to fire. Very quick and easy to swap out (2 bolts and 2 wire connections) and this new starter fixed the problem. No issues after a few weeks of use.

Perfect replacement part for a 2014 a Corolla

Very satisfied with the product. Identical to the original. Works great, and the price on amazon is excellent,UPDATE: after 2 years this starter is still working perfectly. No problems.