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Description
The 18956 is a 24v 4.0 kw starter, a new aftermarket direct replacement engineered to match the fit, form, and function of the original starter.
Specifications:
- Voltage: 24V
- Power: 4.0 kW
- Pinion teeth: 12
Confirm exact fitment with your year, make, and model before ordering.
Cross-Reference / Interchange Numbers:
- Replaces / compatible with: 0-001-231-004, 0001231004, 18956, 21477586, 3978710, 41-18956, 8192965, LRS01939, MS540, MS574.
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Specifications
| Voltage | 24 |
|---|---|
| Type | Starter |
| Design | PLGR |
| Rotation | CW |
| kW | 4.0 |
| Manufacturer | BOSCH |
| Lester number | 18956 |
| PIC code | 120-6272 |
Confirmed fitment
Verified applications from the ePartsGlobal catalog. If your engine isn't listed, send us the OEM part number and we'll cross-reference it.
| Make | Model | Engine | Years | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo Bus | B7F D7A | 6.7L Dsl | 1999–2013 | Bus · domestic |
| Volvo Bus | B7F D7B | 6.7L Dsl | 1999–2013 | Bus · domestic |
| Volvo Bus | B7L D7C | 7.0L Dsl | 1999–2013 | Bus · domestic |
| Volvo Bus | B7R D7A | 7.0L Dsl | 1997–2005 | Bus · domestic |
| Volvo Bus | B7R D7B | 7.0L Dsl | 1997–2005 | Bus · domestic |
| Volvo Bus | B7R D7C | 7.0L Dsl | 1997–2005 | Bus · domestic |
| Volvo Medium/Heavy Truck | FM7 D7C | 7.3L Dsl | 1998–2003 | Medium/Heavy Truck · domestic |
Cross-reference
OEM and aftermarket part numbers that interchange with this unit, from the ePartsGlobal catalog.
WAI New18956N
Bosch0 001 231 004
Bosch Service Europe0 986 019 830
Kohler230053816
Lester18956
Lucas Electrical EuropeLRS01939
Lucas ElektrikLES0459
Prestolite860500GB, 860618
Volvo21477586, 3978710, 8192965





