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Cardone 40-121 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Windshield Wiper Motor, Front
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📦Windshield Wiper Motor, Front
🚗Fitment: Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac, Corvair, Skylark, Special, Camaro, Chevelle, Chevy II, El Camino, Malibu, Cutlass, F85, Firebird, GTO, LeMans, and Tempest
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Reliable Windshield Wiper Motor for Select GM Vehicles

The Cardone Windshield Wiper Motor 40-121 is a remanufactured replacement designed for select Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models. This wiper motor ensures consistent windshield wiping performance, especially for vehicles equipped with moisture sensor technology.

  • Remanufactured wiper motor with blade-type terminals
  • Compatible with Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models including Camaro, Cutlass, El Camino, Firebird, GTO, LeMans, Malibu, Skylark, and Tempest
  • Features three mounting holes with grommet mounting type for secure installation
  • Does not include washer pump; designed specifically as a wiper motor replacement
  • Supports vehicles equipped with moisture sensor rain detection systems
  • Environmentally conscious with E-Waste compliance

About the Cardone Windshield Wiper Motor Product Line

The Cardone Windshield Wiper Motor line focuses on remanufactured motors that meet OEM specifications for reliable operation. This product line is engineered to restore proper windshield wiper function, including compatibility with moisture-sensitive wiper systems found on many GM vehicles. The 40-121 part number is part of this line, providing a direct-fit solution for various classic and late-model Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac cars and trucks.

Product Details and Features

This wiper motor is remanufactured to ensure durability and performance. It features blade-type electrical terminals and mounts using three grommet-style holes for a secure fit. The motor is designed to work with vehicles that have moisture sensors, which monitor rainfall accumulation on the windshield to adjust wiper operation automatically. Note that this unit does not include a washer pump and is intended solely as a wiper motor replacement.

Common Issues Addressed by This Wiper Motor

  • Intermittent or non-functioning windshield wipers
  • Wiper motor stopping mid-swipe or failing to complete cycles
  • Malfunctioning moisture sensor wiper systems
  • Wiper motor noise or irregular movement
  • Wear and tear from prolonged use causing motor failure

Installation Notes and Tips

When installing the Cardone 40-121 wiper motor, ensure the vehicle is compatible by verifying make and model fitment. The motor mounts with three grommet holes and connects via blade terminals. If your vehicle has a moisture sensor, confirm the sensor is functioning properly to avoid operational issues. This motor does not include a washer pump, so retain or replace the existing pump as needed. Follow the included instruction sheet carefully for proper installation procedures.

Quality Assurance and Warranty

This remanufactured wiper motor undergoes thorough testing to meet performance standards. Cardone provides quality assurance on this part, ensuring it meets or exceeds OEM specifications. The product is E-Waste compliant, reflecting environmental responsibility. Warranty details are available through Cardone and typically cover defects in materials and workmanship.

BrandCardone
Part Number40-121
PositionWindshield Wiper Motor, Front
E-WasteYes
Mounting TypeGrommet
Package ContentsWiper Motor; Instruction Sheet
Product ConditionRemanufactured
Terminal TypeBlade
Washer Pump IncludedNo

This part fits 23 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1967BuickSkylarkFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1967ChevroletCamaroFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1967ChevroletEl CaminoFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1967ChevroletMalibuFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1967OldsmobileCutlassFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1967PontiacFirebirdFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1967PontiacGTOFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1967PontiacLeMansFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1967PontiacTempestFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1966BuickSkylarkFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1966OldsmobileCutlassFrontwithout Concealed Wipers; with 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1966PontiacGTOFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1966PontiacLeMansFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1966PontiacTempestFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1965BuickSkylarkFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1965OldsmobileCutlassFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1965PontiacGTOFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1965PontiacLeMansFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1965PontiacTempestFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1964BuickSkylarkFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1964PontiacGTOFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1964PontiacLeMansFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor
1964PontiacTempestFrontwith 2 Speed Wipers; with 4 Terminals; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.