Starter Identification

Roadrash74

TJ Enthusiast
Joined
Aug 25, 2020
Messages
126
Location
Yuba City, CA
Good morning/afternoon,
My 03 4.0 M/T starter occasionally spins without engaging the flywheel so I am considering getting it rebuilt. Which brings me to my question. Is there an easy way to know if the starter is original Mopar? There is no point for me to have an aftermarket remanufactured starter rebuilt when I can just get another one for close to the same price. I would prefer to ID it before pulling it if possible so if need be I can order a replacement ahead of time (this is my daily driver), but if the only way to tell is with it off then I'm ok with that. Thanks in advance for any info.
 
Is the shiny thing in the picture attached the starter? This is not my jeep but I a Jeep I am looking at purchasing.

This is from under passenger door looking up through frame.

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