Cardone 40-1049 Windshield Wiper Motor - Rear

Rear Wiper Motor for GM SUVs

Restore rear windshield wiping performance with this remanufactured Cardone wiper motor, part number 40-1049. It is built for rear applications on select Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, and GMC Yukon models, with OE-style fit and function for the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for direct vehicle fit
• Re-engineered, built, and tested to match OE performance
• Main components checked against OE standards, including armature, field, bearing, parking switch, or pulse board
• Motor bearings are re-impregnated or replaced as needed
• Output gear lubrication supports load capacity and service life
• Motor magnets are fully recharged for consistent operation
• Weak solder points are reflowed to improve durability
• Earth-friendly remanufacturing process reduces raw material and energy use

Product Details

Cardone’s Windshield Wiper Motor line is built around remanufactured OE cores that are restored to factory-style operation. This Cardone 40-1049 rear wiper motor is intended for rear windshield service on 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade and 2003-2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV, plus 2003-2006 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Suburban 2500, and Tahoe, and 2003-2006 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL 1500, and Yukon XL 2500. For 2003 models, it applies to vehicles built from 10/2002 and excludes washer pump compatibility where noted.

This part cross-references Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC OE numbers 12487646 and 15173034 for the same application. Part number 40-1049 is a remanufactured rear wiper motor solution for drivers replacing a failed OE unit on these GM SUVs.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Rear wiper motor failure or no rear wiper movement
• Intermittent rear wiper operation
• Wipers stopping in the middle of the windshield due to park-switch or alignment issues
• Slow or weak rear wiper performance
• Electrical wear related to aging motor components

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s rear wiper configuration before ordering, especially on 2003 models with a 10/2002 build date note. This unit includes a blade terminal connection and grommet mounting with two mounting holes. Package contents include the wiper motor and instruction sheet. Washer pump is not included, and some vehicles will not operate the motor correctly if the washer pump is defective, so bench test the wiper motor and washer pump before replacement. If the wipers do not park correctly, adjust the crank arm position on the motor shaft using the vehicle-specific hidden-park reset procedure.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured wiper motor is tested for function and built to OE standards for fit and operation. The remanufacturing process restores key wear items and verifies performance before release, supporting dependable service on compatible Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon rear wiper applications.