Cardone 40-1064 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Cardone 40-1064 Wiper Motor Overview

Cardone 40-1064 is a remanufactured windshield wiper motor built to restore front wiper operation on select Cadillac applications. It is re-engineered and tested to match original equipment performance, with fitment for the Cadillac CTS, Cadillac SRX, and Cadillac STS in front positions.

The Cardone windshield wiper motor line focuses on OE-style replacement parts for dependable operation and direct bolt installation. This remanufactured unit is built for vehicles that use a blade terminal connection and a 3-hole mounting pattern, with no washer pump included.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for proper vehicle fit
• Each main component is tested or gauged to OE standards, then the finished motor is function-tested on the vehicle
• Motor bearings are re-impregnated or replaced as needed
• Output gear lubrication is applied for load capacity and service life
• Motor magnets are fully recharged for performance and reliability
• Weak solder points are reflowed to improve durability
• Earth-friendly remanufacturing process reduces energy and raw material use versus making a new part

Detailed Description

Cardone 40-1064 is a remanufactured windshield wiper motor engineered for OE performance and direct replacement on select Cadillac front wiper systems. It is listed for 2003-2007 Cadillac CTS, 2004-2006 Cadillac SRX, and 2005-2011 Cadillac STS, with notes that include motor without washer pump and, on CTS applications, connector located on the left side. If you are searching for a Cadillac CTS front wiper motor, Cadillac SRX windshield wiper motor, or Cadillac STS front wiper motor, this part number is built for those applications. Part number 40-1064 is also referenced by Cadillac OE numbers 12487632 and 88958251 for the same application.

Cardone’s remanufacturing process replaces or restores critical wear items, checks electrical and mechanical components against OE standards, and verifies final operation before release. That makes this wiper motor a practical OE-style solution for restoring windshield wiping performance on the listed Cadillac models.

What It Helps Fix

• Inoperative front windshield wipers
• Slow, erratic, or inconsistent wiper movement
• Wipers that stop in the middle of the windshield
• Poor parking position at the base of the windshield
• Electrical or mechanical wear in the original wiper motor

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2003-2007 Cadillac CTS, front; connector located on left side; motor without washer pump
• Fits 2004-2006 Cadillac SRX, front; excludes washer pump compatibility
• Fits 2005-2011 Cadillac STS, front; excludes washer pump compatibility
• Direct bolt mounting with 3 mounting holes and blade terminal connection
• Package contents include the wiper motor and instruction sheet
• If the wipers park incorrectly, check crank arm position and follow the vehicle-specific hidden park reset procedure when applicable
• Some systems will not operate if the washer pump is defective, so bench test the wiper motor and washer pump before replacing either
• For moisture-sensitive systems, verify whether the vehicle uses a rain sensor mounted inside the windshield near the rearview mirror

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured wiper motor is built to OE standards, with core components tested, bearings serviced, magnets recharged, and solder points reflowed during the remanufacturing process. The brand’s wiper motor line has been part of Cardone’s product history since 1970, with a focus on OE-style fit and tested performance.