Description
Mitsubishi PC1479 is a Diamond Gard 12V, 5.5 kW gear-reduction starter from Mitsubishi Electric — the OEM starter on Kenworth and Peterbilt Class 8 chassis, factory-fit on Caterpillar C9 through C15 (including ACERT) and Cummins ISX, ISM, and N14 engines. The 105P Diamond Power was the first gear-reduction Class 8 starter in the North American market and is the industry standard on high start-stop duty cycles. SAE 3-mount, 11-tooth pinion, clockwise rotation. Cross-fits Delco Remy 8200308, Paccar D61-6002-004, and the MELCO catalog number M009T71479.
Signs You Need a New Starter
- Slow or labored cranking, especially in cold weather
- Clicking sound when turning the key with no engine turnover
- Intermittent no-crank conditions that worsen over time
- Grinding noise during cranking indicating worn pinion gear
- Starter overheating in high start-stop duty cycles
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Electric |
|---|---|
| Part Number | PC1479 |
| MELCO Number | M009T71479 |
| Part Type | Starter Motor, Gear-Reduction |
| Model Series | 105P Diamond Power |
| Condition | New |
| Voltage | 12V |
| Power Rating | 5.5 kW |
| Mounting Type | SAE 3 |
| Pinion Teeth | 11 |
| Rotation | Clockwise (CW) |
| Warranty | 3 Years / Unlimited Miles |
Cross References
This starter replaces or is equivalent to the following part numbers:
- Mitsubishi: M009T71479, M9T71479
- Paccar: D61-6002-004
- Delco Remy: 8200308 (39MT equivalent)
Applications
This starter fits the following engines:
- Caterpillar C9, C10, C12 (1998-2006)
- Caterpillar C11 ACERT (2004-2006)
- Caterpillar C13 ACERT (2004-present)
- Caterpillar C15, C15 ACERT (1998-2010)
- Cummins ISX (1998-present)
- Cummins ISM (1998-present)
- Cummins N14 CELECT Plus (1998-2000)
Representative vehicles using these engines:
- Kenworth T600, T800, T2000, W900, C500 (1997-2007)
- Peterbilt 357, 377, 378, 379, 385, 386, 387 (1997-2007)
- Peterbilt 320, 335 (2000-2007)
Verify your engine serial number and starter mounting before ordering to confirm fitment.




