Cardone 40-1056 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Remanufactured Wiper Motor for Front Applications

The Cardone 40-1056 windshield wiper motor is a remanufactured OE-style replacement built for front wiper systems on select Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Suzuki vehicles. It is re-engineered, tested, and matched to original equipment performance for dependable windshield clearing in everyday driving.

Compatible with 2004-2006 Chevrolet Aveo, front; 2006-2008 Chevrolet Aveo5, front; 2005-2007 Pontiac Wave5, front; 2005-2006 Pontiac Wave, front; 2008 Pontiac Wave, front; 2004-2006 Suzuki Swift+, front; and 2007-2008 Suzuki Swift, front.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for direct vehicle fit
• Cardone part number 40-1056 for front windshield wiper motor replacement
• Main components tested or gauged to OE standards, including armature, field, bearing, parking switch, or pulse board as applicable
• Final unit function-tested on the vehicle
• Motor bearings re-impregnated or replaced as needed
• Output gear lubricated for load capacity and service life
• Motor magnets recharged for performance and reliability
• Weak solder points reflowed to extend service life
• Direct bolt mounting with blade terminals
• Washer pump not included

Product Details

Cardone’s Windshield Wiper Motor line focuses on remanufactured OE replacement parts that restore factory-style operation. The 40-1056 is built for front wiper systems and is intended for vehicles that use a direct-bolt mounting design with three mounting holes. This remanufactured approach reduces raw material and energy use compared with producing a new part, while still delivering a tested replacement for the original motor.

This part cross-references Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Suzuki OE number 96415083 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Resolve

• Wipers stop mid-windshield
• Wipers do not park at the bottom of the glass
• Intermittent or slow wiper motor operation
• Loss of front windshield wiper movement
• Electrical or internal motor wear affecting sweep consistency

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front position before installation. If the vehicle does not use hidden wiper blades, parking misalignment is often caused by crank arm position; adjust the crank arm angle on the motor shaft to restore proper park location. For moisture-sensitive systems, confirm the rain sensor and control module operation before replacing the motor. If the washer pump is defective, some wiper motors may not operate until that issue is corrected, so bench test both components before installation.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured wiper motor is built to OE performance targets and tested through component-level checks and final vehicle-function testing. The remanufacturing process also supports lower material and energy use, making it an earth-friendly replacement choice for front wiper service on the Chevrolet Aveo, Chevrolet Aveo5, Pontiac Wave, Pontiac Wave5, Suzuki Swift, and Suzuki Swift+.