The 1971 Austin America has 34 electrical parts with verified fitment on this page — 7 part types and 18 brands, covering the 1.3L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1971 Austin America, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors. Most of the listed parts are Battery Cable (15 parts), Alternator / Generator End Bearing (6 parts) and Alternator / Generator (5 parts). The other 4 part types cover the remaining 8 parts.
The 1971 Austin America came with a single engine, the 1.3L L4, and every part is verified against it.
18 brands supply electrical parts for the 1971 Austin America, led by DEKA (8 parts), STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (6 parts) and REMY (2 parts), plus 15 more brands. Quality grades include Remanufactured, Standard Replacement and AGM.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1971 Austin America. 6 parts have it, including WAI GLOBAL 15017N (Alternator / Generator) and NATIONAL 202 (Alternator / Generator End Bearing). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Alternator / Generator
New
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAI GLOBAL Popular | 15017N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
Remanufactured
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP | 14014 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RemanufacturedDoes Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| PURE ENERGY | 14014 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RemanufacturedDoes Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| REMY | 14014 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Premium RemanufacturedDoes Not Include Pulley | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER | 14014 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator.
5 Alternator / Generator parts for the 1971 Austin America come from 5 brands — WAI GLOBAL, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is WAI GLOBAL 15017N.
The New section lists 1 option from WAI GLOBAL — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. WAI GLOBAL 15017N is listed in this group.
The Remanufactured section lists 4 options from FVP, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 1 other brand — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. FVP 14014 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: WAI GLOBAL 15017N and FVP 14014, plus the other parts above.
Alternator / Generator End Bearing
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | RB6202 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Open Designwith Lucas Alternator | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL Popular | 202 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Open Designwith Lucas Alternator | View on Amazon |
| SKF Popular | 6202J | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Drive End | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB202 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 22 Ampswith Lucas, C40 Alternator | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER | 6202 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front35 mm Outside Diameter | View on Amazon |
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL | 202 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Front22 Amp Alternator | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings in the alternator housing. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
6 Alternator / Generator End Bearing parts are listed for the 1971 Austin America, from NATIONAL, WJB / INMOTION PARTS, SKF and 2 other brands. NATIONAL 202 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, WJB / INMOTION PARTS supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6202.
The Standard Replacement section lists 4 options from NATIONAL, SKF, BCA and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. NATIONAL 202 is listed in this group.
1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.
Listed part numbers: NATIONAL 202, WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB6202 and SKF 6202J, plus the other parts above.
Battery
AGM (Extended Life)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOSCH | S6594B | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | AGM | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 9A51RT | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | AGMIntimidator | View on Amazon |
| EXIDE | MX51R | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Marathon MaxBCI Group 51R | View on Amazon |
Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FULLRIVER | FT62051 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | BCI Group 51(Length X Width X Height) 9.02 In x 5.43 In x 9.06 In | View on Amazon |
This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery.
4 Battery parts are listed for the 1971 Austin America, from BOSCH, DEKA, EXIDE and 1 other brand.
The AGM (Extended Life) section lists 3 options from BOSCH, DEKA and EXIDE — grouped under the catalog's "AGM (Extended Life)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BOSCH S6594B is listed in this group.
The Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power) section lists 1 option from FULLRIVER — grouped under the catalog's "Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. FULLRIVER FT62051 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: BOSCH S6594B, DEKA 9A51RT and EXIDE MX51R, plus the other parts above.
Battery Cable
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular | 4BC16 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Gold | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular | 7154C | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Federal Wire | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular | A164 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 16 Length | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO | 4ST40 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Gold | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 00784 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Black4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 00293 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Red4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 00785 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Black4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 00294 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Red4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 00282 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Red4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | 7104C | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Federal Wire | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | A104 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | PositiveBATTERY TO SWITCH | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | 7404SC | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Length: 40"Federal Wire | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | A404L | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Length: 40" | View on Amazon |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS | 4214 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 14" Cable4-Gauge | View on Amazon |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS | 4451 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4-GaugeSwitch To Starter | View on Amazon |
This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early.
15 Battery Cable parts for the 1971 Austin America come from 4 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DEKA, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 4BC16.
Battery Terminal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEKA | 00350 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Top Post Terminal | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 01056 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Top Post Terminal Lead Free | View on Amazon |
This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts.
DEKA supplies both parts for the 1971 Austin America.
This group includes DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.
Starter Motor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| REMY | 16122 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor.
This group shows a single part: REMY 16122.
Starter Solenoid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 1M1045 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Starter # 25648,25654,25674,25707 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Starter solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid.
This group shows a single part: WELLS 1M1045.
Buying Electrical Parts for a 1971 Austin America
On this vehicle, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors.
- Confirm you have the 1.3L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Battery Cable and Alternator / Generator End Bearing .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical parts fit the 1971 Austin America?
Our catalog currently lists 34 electrical parts for the 1971 Austin America across 7 subcategories and 18 brands, covering the 1.3L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of electrical problems on a 1971 Austin America?
Common symptoms include slow cranking on cold mornings, a battery light that flickers, dim lights at idle, or a check-engine code pointing at a sensor circuit. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1971 Austin America was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1971 Austin America?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.3L L4 engine. Then test before replacing — a failed alternator and a bad ground can look identical, and sensors are frequently condemned for wiring faults. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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