# TYC 1-17497 Starter Motor for 1995-2003 BMW 540i

### Performance Overview

TYC 1-17497 Starter Motor is listed for the compatible vehicle applications shown in the Vehicle Fitment Table.

### Key Features

#### Specifications

-   Energy Output (KW): 1.7KW
-   Configuration: PMGR
-   Rotation Direction: CW
-   Oe Manufacturer: BO

#### Package Details

-   Part Number: 1-17497
-   96-01 BW 740 4.4L V8 (all) STR
-   Package L x W x H: 12.40" x 8.07" x 5.31"
-   Package Weight: 10.93 lbs.

#### Interchanges

-   BMW: 12 41 1 729 981
-   Lester: 17497
-   BBB Industries: 17497
-   WAI: 17497N
-   MPA: 17498
-   Rayloc: 44-6760
-   USA Industries: S1556

### Vehicle Fitment Table

Year

Make

Model

Position

Fitment Precision

Note

1997

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

1998

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

1999

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

1999

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Wagon

2000

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

2000

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Wagon

2001

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

2001

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Wagon

2002

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

2002

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Wagon

2003

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

2003

BMW

540i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Wagon

1995

BMW

740i

4.0L V8 3982cc; Sedan

1997

BMW

740i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

1998

BMW

740i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

1999

BMW

740i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

2000

BMW

740i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

2001

BMW

740i

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

1995

BMW

740iL

4.0L V8 3982cc; Sedan

1996

BMW

740iL

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

1997

BMW

740iL

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

1998

BMW

740iL

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

1999

BMW

740iL

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

2000

BMW

740iL

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

2001

BMW

740iL

4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan

2000

BMW

M5

5.0L V8 4941cc; Sedan

2001

BMW

M5

5.0L V8 4941cc; Sedan

2002

BMW

M5

5.0L V8 4941cc; Sedan

2003

BMW

M5

5.0L V8 4941cc; Sedan

2000

BMW

X5

4.4i; 4.4L V8 4398cc; Sport Utility

2001

BMW

X5

4.4i; 4.4L V8 4398cc; Sport Utility

2002

BMW

X5

4.4i; 4.4L V8 4398cc; Sport Utility

2002

BMW

X5

4.6is; 4.6L V8 4598cc; Sport Utility

2003

BMW

X5

4.4i; 4.4L V8 4398cc; Sport Utility

2003

BMW

X5

4.6is; 4.6L V8 4598cc; Sport Utility

2000

BMW

Z8

Base; 5.0L V8 4941cc; Convertible

2001

BMW

Z8

Base; 5.0L V8 4941cc; Convertible

2002

BMW

Z8

Base; 5.0L V8 4941cc; Convertible

2003

BMW

Z8

Alpina; 4.8L V8 4837cc; Convertible

2003

BMW

Z8

Base; 5.0L V8 4941cc; Convertible

### FAQ

**Will this fit my vehicle?**  
Please verify your year, make, model, position, and any fitment notes using the Vehicle Fitment Table above before purchase.

**What part number is this?**  
The listed part number is 1-17497.

**Is this product designed for direct replacement?**  
Yes. This product is intended to match the compatible vehicle applications listed in the Vehicle Fitment Table.

**Should I confirm fitment before ordering?**  
Yes. Always compare your original part, position, and vehicle details with the Vehicle Fitment Table before ordering.

### Common Searches

-   Starter Motor for BMW 540i
-   1-17497 fitment
-   TYC Starter Motor
-   1997-2003 BMW 540i Starter Motor

## Details

- **Price:** 177.09 CAD
- **Vendor:** TYC
- **Type:** Starter Motor
- **Tags:** 1-17497, 1995 BMW 740i, 1995 BMW 740iL, 1996-2001 BMW 740iL, 1997-2001 BMW 740i, 1997-2003 BMW 540i, 1999-2003 BMW 540i, 2000-2003 BMW M5, 2000-2003 BMW X5, 2000-2003 BMW Z8, 2002-2003 BMW X5, 2003 BMW Z8, 4.0L V8 3982cc; Sedan, 4.4i; 4.4L V8 4398cc; Sport Utility, 4.4L V8 4398cc; Sedan, 4.4L V8 4398cc; Wagon, 4.6is; 4.6L V8 4598cc; Sport Utility, 5.0L V8 4941cc; Sedan, Alpina; 4.8L V8 4837cc; Convertible, Base; 5.0L V8 4941cc; Convertible, Starter Motor, TYC

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 177.09 CAD | In stock |

## Images

- TYC 1-17497 Starter Motor for 1995-2003 BMW 540i

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> Updated: 2026-07-31