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Cardone 40-2003 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front
Reliable Windshield Wiper Motor for Ford, Mazda, and Mercury Vehicles
The Cardone Windshield Wiper Motor 40-2003 is designed to restore proper wiper function on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury models. This remanufactured wiper motor offers direct bolt mounting and blade-type terminals for straightforward installation and dependable performance.
- Remanufactured wiper motor with direct bolt mounting
- Compatible with Ford, Mazda, and Mercury models including B2300, Mustang, Explorer, and more
- Equipped with 3 mounting holes for secure fitment
- Blade terminal type for easy electrical connection
- Does not include washer pump
- Environmentally conscious with E-Waste compliance
- Includes instruction sheet for installation guidance
About the Cardone Windshield Wiper Motor Product Line
The Cardone Windshield Wiper Motor line focuses on remanufactured motors engineered to meet or exceed original equipment specifications. This product line emphasizes quality restoration of wiper motor function, ensuring compatibility with various vehicle models. The 40-2003 part number is part of this line, providing a reliable replacement option for vehicles requiring a direct bolt mounting wiper motor.
Product Details and Features
This wiper motor is remanufactured to provide a cost-effective solution for restoring windshield wiper operation on compatible vehicles. It features three mounting holes and a direct bolt mounting type, ensuring a secure and precise fit. The blade terminal type simplifies electrical connections during installation. While the washer pump is not included, this motor is designed to work seamlessly with existing washer systems. Additionally, the motor supports vehicles equipped with moisture sensors that monitor rainfall accumulation, a feature found on some Ford and Mercury models.
Common Issues Addressed by This Wiper Motor
- Wiper motor failure causing intermittent or no wiper movement
- Wipers stopping mid-swipe or not completing full cycles
- Compatibility issues with moisture sensor-equipped wiper systems
- Wear and tear from prolonged use leading to motor malfunction
- Replacement of defective or noisy wiper motors on Ford Ranger, Mazda B3000, or Mercury Mountaineer
Installation Notes and Tips
Installation requires removal of the old wiper motor and mounting the Cardone 40-2003 motor using the three direct bolt holes. Ensure blade-type terminals are properly connected to the vehicle’s wiring harness. This motor is compatible with vehicles that have moisture sensor systems; however, verify sensor functionality separately. The included instruction sheet provides step-by-step guidance. Note that the washer pump is not included and should be reused if functional.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Cardone remanufactured wiper motors undergo rigorous testing to meet quality standards and ensure reliable operation. This product is E-Waste compliant, reflecting environmental responsibility in its remanufacturing process. Warranty details are provided by Cardone and typically cover defects in materials and workmanship, offering peace of mind for replacement parts.
| Brand | Cardone |
| Part Number | 40-2003 |
| Position | Windshield Wiper Motor, Front |
| E-Waste | Yes |
| Mounting Type | Direct Bolt |
| Package Contents | Wiper Motor; Instruction Sheet |
| Product Condition | Remanufactured |
| Terminal Type | Blade |
| Washer Pump Included | No |
This part fits 71 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Ford | Explorer | Front | Excludes washer pump compatibility.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1997 | Ford | F-100 Ranger | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1997 | Ford | Ranger | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1997 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1997 | Mazda | B2300 | Front | Excludes washer pump compatibility.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1997 | Mazda | B3000 | Front | Excludes washer pump compatibility.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1997 | Mazda | B4000 | Front | Excludes washer pump compatibility.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1997 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1997 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front | Excludes washer pump compatibility.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Ford | E-350 Econoline | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Ford | Escort | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Ford | Explorer | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Ford | F-100 Ranger | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Ford | Ranger | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Mazda | B2300 | Front | Excludes washer pump compatibility.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Mazda | B3000 | Front | Excludes washer pump compatibility.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Mazda | B4000 | Front | Excludes washer pump compatibility.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1996 | Mercury | Tracer | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Ford | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Ford | E-350 Econoline | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Ford | Escort | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Ford | Explorer | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Ford | Ranger | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Mazda | B2300 | Front | Excludes washer pump compatibility.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Mazda | B3000 | Front | Excludes washer pump compatibility.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Mazda | B4000 | Front | Excludes washer pump compatibility.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1995 | Mercury | Tracer | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1994 | Ford | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1994 | Ford | Escort | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1994 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1994 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1994 | Mercury | Tracer | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1993 | Ford | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1993 | Ford | Escort | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1993 | Ford | Mustang | Front | with 1 Plug Motor; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1993 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1993 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1993 | Mercury | Tracer | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1992 | Ford | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1992 | Ford | Escort | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1992 | Ford | Mustang | Front | with 1 Plug Motor; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1992 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1992 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1992 | Mercury | Tracer | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1991 | Ford | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1991 | Ford | Escort | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1991 | Ford | Mustang | Front | with 1 Plug Motor; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1991 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1991 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1991 | Mercury | Tracer | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1990 | Ford | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1990 | Ford | Mustang | Front | with 1 Plug Motor; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1990 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1990 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1989 | Ford | Mustang | Front | with 1 Plug Motor; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1989 | Ford | Thunderbird | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1989 | Mercury | Cougar | Front | 6-Terminal windshield wiper motor with 1 plug, without washer pump.; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1988 | Ford | Mustang | Front | with 1 Plug Motor; Motor without Washer Pump; Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 1987 | Ford | Mustang | Front | with 1 Plug Motor; 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.