Cardone 40-2044 Windshield Wiper Motor - Rear

Rear Wiper Motor for Escape, Mariner, Tribute

Restore rear wiper operation with this remanufactured CARDONE windshield wiper motor, part number 40-2044. It is built and tested to match original equipment performance for the rear wiper system on select Ford, Mercury, and Mazda applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for proper vehicle fit
• Main components tested or gauged to O.E. standards, then final-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 improve durability
• Earth-friendly remanufacturing process reduces energy and raw material use versus making a new part
• Package contents: wiper motor and instruction sheet

Product Details

CARDONE’s Windshield Wiper Motor line is built around remanufactured OE cores and a process focused on restoring factory-style operation. Part number 40-2044 is a rear wiper motor for 2001-2007 Ford Escape, 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner, and 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute applications. This part cross-references Ford 4L8Z17508AB and Mazda EC0167450A for the same application.

Because this unit is remanufactured to OE standards, it is a practical choice when the rear wiper motor has failed, slowed down, or stopped parking correctly. It is also relevant for drivers searching for a rear windshield wiper motor for 2001-2007 Ford Escape, rear wiper motor for 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner, or rear wiper motor for 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Rear wiper does not move
• Wiper motor runs slowly or inconsistently
• Wiper blade stops mid-sweep
• Rear wiper does not park in the correct position
• Electrical wear or internal motor failure in the rear wiper system

Installation Notes and Tips

• Compatible With 2001-2007 Ford Escape, rear.
• Compatible With 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner, rear.
• Compatible With 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, rear.
• Mounting type is grommet with 2 mounting holes and blade terminals.
• Washer pump is not included.
• For vehicles with hidden park or parking alignment concerns, verify crank arm position and follow the vehicle-specific reset procedure.
• If the washer pump is defective on certain systems, the wiper motor may not operate; bench test both components before replacement.

Quality Assurance

Each CARDONE remanufactured wiper motor is re-engineered, built, and tested to match O.E. performance. Main components are checked against original standards, and the final assembly is function-tested to support reliable rear wiper operation on the listed Ford Escape, Mercury Mariner, and Mazda Tribute applications.