Excavator Starter Motors

228000-9180 12V 9-Tooth Starter Motor for Cub Cadet 5254

Q: What numbers are documented for 228000-9180?

Primary Part Number: 228000-9180. Manufacturer / OEM Reference: 228000-9181. Manufacturer / OEM Reference: 228000-9182. Manufacturer / OEM Reference: AM132303. Manufacturer / OEM Reference: AUC20462. Manufacturer / OEM Reference: MIA10967. Manufacturer / OEM Reference: MIA12005. Manufacturer / OEM Reference: 21163-2120. Manufacturer / OEM Reference: 21163-2130. Manufacturer / OEM Reference: 21163-2151. Catalog Cross-Reference: 18425N. Additional Source Reference - Verify Configuration: 1998-2006. Relationship labels distinguish formatting aliases, direct interchanges, remanufactured references and related assemblies.

Q: How do I confirm 228000-9180 before ordering?

Match the complete part number, compare the connector or mounting arrangement with the product photos, and confirm the machine or engine model and serial range. Send clear photos of the original unit when requesting a quote.

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OEM / reference228000-9180

Specification12V Starter Motor

Catalog ID91003217

Starter motor identified by primary reference 228000-9180. The exact-reference catalog records design PMGR, voltage 12V, pinion teeth 9. Recorded application: Cub Cadet 5254 2004-2008; Engine V2 0.7L 745cc 46cid Kawasaki. Confirm the complete number, mounting, terminals, rotation and pinion teeth against the original starter before ordering. The displayed EexcavaStart package is a catalog illustration, not a photograph of the supplied product.

Product Type: Starter Motor
Design: PMGR
Voltage: 12V
Pinion Teeth: 9
Condition: New replacement part
Gallery Representation: EexcavaStart neutral packaging illustration; exact product photo available on request

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Part-number relationships

Relationship	Reference family	Number
Primary Part Number	Primary identity used for this catalog page	228000-9180
Manufacturer / OEM Reference	Listed under the exact-reference catalog	228000-9181
Manufacturer / OEM Reference	Listed under the exact-reference catalog	228000-9182
Manufacturer / OEM Reference	Listed under John Deere	AM132303
Manufacturer / OEM Reference	Listed under the exact-reference catalog	AUC20462
Manufacturer / OEM Reference	Listed under the exact-reference catalog	MIA10967
Manufacturer / OEM Reference	Listed under the exact-reference catalog	MIA12005
Manufacturer / OEM Reference	Listed under Kawasaki	21163-2120
Manufacturer / OEM Reference	Listed under the exact-reference catalog	21163-2130
Manufacturer / OEM Reference	Listed under the exact-reference catalog	21163-2151
Catalog Cross-Reference	Exact-reference catalog number	18425N
Additional Source Reference - Verify Configuration	Retained from the supplied catalog; compare the original unit	1998-2006
Additional Source Reference - Verify Configuration	Retained from the supplied catalog; compare the original unit	2001-2009
Additional Source Reference - Verify Configuration	Retained from the supplied catalog; compare the original unit	2002-2012
Additional Source Reference - Verify Configuration	Retained from the supplied catalog; compare the original unit	5254E

Product fitment guide

Part numbers and compatible models

Quickly compare the reference number and recorded machine applications. Use the original photos and the checklist before ordering.

Part identification

Reference numbers

Primary number

228000-9180

Manufacturer number

228000-9181
228000-9182
AM132303
AUC20462
MIA10967
MIA12005
21163-2120
21163-2130
21163-2151

Other documented relationship

18425N
1998-2006
2001-2009
2002-2012
5254E

Formatting aliases are the same number written differently. Related assemblies and remanufactured numbers are not presented as direct interchanges.

Product summary

12V Starter Motor

Category: Excavator Starter Motors
Catalog ID: 91003217
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Before ordering

Confirm these details

Confirm voltage and power rating against the original starter nameplate.
Compare mounting-hole pattern, flange position and overall body orientation.
Confirm pinion tooth count and rotation where those values are specified.
Verify the engine model and machine serial range before ordering.

Machine fitment

Compatible model references

34 model references

Cub Cadet 5254: 2004-2008; Engine V2 0.7L 745cc 46cid Kawasaki
Cub Cadet 5254E: 2004-2006; Engine Kawasaki 25HP Gas
Cub Cadet 5254L: 2004-2006; Engine Kawasaki 25HP Gas
Cub Cadet 7252: 1998-2003; Engine 3-46 (20HP) Gas
Cub Cadet 7252: 1998-2003; Engine Kawasaki 25HP Gas
Cub Cadet 7252: 2003; Engine V2 0.7L 745cc 46cid Kawasaki
Cub Cadet 7254: 1998-2003; Engine 3-46 (20HP) Gas
Cub Cadet 7254: 1998-2003; Engine Kawasaki 25HP Gas
Cub Cadet 7254: 2003; Engine V2 0.7L 745cc 46cid Kawasaki
Cub Cadet M60-KW LC Tank: 2004-2006; Engine Kawasaki 29HP Gas
Cub Cadet M72-KW LC Tank: 2005-2006; Engine Kawasaki 29HP Gas
Cub Cadet Tank M60-KWLC: 2004-2008; Engine V2 0.7L 745cc 46cid Kawasaki
Cub Cadet Tank M72-KWLC: 2005-2006; Engine V2 0.7L 745cc 46cid Kawasaki
John Deere 777: 2003; Engine 2 Cyl. 0.75L 745cc 45cid
John Deere 797: 2003; Engine 2 Cyl. 0.75L 745cc 45cid
John Deere X475: 2002-2005; Engine Kawasaki 23HP
John Deere X485 AWS: 2003-2005; Engine 2 Cyl. 0.75L 745cc 45cid
John Deere X485: 2002-2005; Engine Kawasaki 25HP
John Deere X575 4WD: 2003-2005; Engine 2 Cyl. 0.75L 745cc 45cid
John Deere X585 4WD: 2003-2005; Engine 2 Cyl. 0.75L 745cc 45cid
John Deere X585: 2002-2006; Engine Kawasaki 25HP
John Deere X700: 2006-2009; Engine 2 Cyl. 0.75L 745cc 45cid
John Deere X720: 2006-2012; Engine Kawasaki 27HP
John Deere X720SE: 2006-2012; Engine Kawasaki 27HP
John Deere X724: 2006-2012; Engine Kawasaki 27HP
John Deere X728: 2006-2012; Engine Kawasaki 27HP
John Deere X728SE: 2006-2012; Engine Kawasaki 27HP
John Deere X729: 2006-2012; Engine Kawasaki 27HP
Toro Z287L Z Master: 2001-2003; Engine Kawasaki 27HP Gas
Toro Z580 Z Master: 2008-2009; Engine Kawasaki 29HP Gas
Toro Z587L Z Master: 2004-2006; Engine Kawasaki 27HP Gas
Toro Z589 Z Master: 2007; Engine Kawasaki 29HP Gas
Catalog coverage: Cub Cadet (1998-2008) ** John Deere (2002-2012) ** Toro (2001-2009)
Fitment limitation: Confirm the exact number, nameplate, mounting, terminal layout, rotation and pinion teeth against the original starter before shipment

Compatibility lists identify searchable model families, not every production serial range. Confirm the original part number and machine serial number before purchase.

Quick fitment answers

Common questions about 228000-9180

Which machines use 228000-9180?

Recorded compatible model references include Cub Cadet 5254: 2004-2008; Engine V2 0.7L 745cc 46cid Kawasaki, Cub Cadet 5254E: 2004-2006; Engine Kawasaki 25HP Gas, Cub Cadet 5254L: 2004-2006; Engine Kawasaki 25HP Gas, Cub Cadet 7252: 1998-2003; Engine 3-46 (20HP) Gas, Cub Cadet 7252: 1998-2003; Engine Kawasaki 25HP Gas, Cub Cadet 7252: 2003; Engine V2 0.7L 745cc 46cid Kawasaki, Cub Cadet 7254: 1998-2003; Engine 3-46 (20HP) Gas, Cub Cadet 7254: 1998-2003; Engine Kawasaki 25HP Gas and 26 additional models shown on this page. Confirm the complete part number and machine serial range before ordering.

What numbers are documented for 228000-9180?

Manufacturer number: 228000-9181, 228000-9182, AM132303, AUC20462, MIA10967, MIA12005.

How do I confirm 228000-9180 before ordering?

Confirm voltage and power rating against the original starter nameplate. Compare mounting-hole pattern, flange position and overall body orientation. Confirm pinion tooth count and rotation where those values are specified. Send clear photos of the original unit and connector layout when requesting a quote.