Cardone 40-385 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Cardone 40-385 Windshield Wiper Motor

Restore dependable windshield wiping with this remanufactured Cardone windshield wiper motor. Built for direct-fit replacement on select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles, Cardone 40-385 is re-engineered and tested to match original equipment performance for front wiper operation.

This part cross-references Chrysler 4467258 and Dodge 4334104 for the same application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for a precise vehicle fit
• Main components tested or gauged to O.E. standards before final function testing
• Motor bearings re-impregnated or replaced as needed
• Output gear lubricated for load capacity and service life
• Motor magnets 100% recharged for performance and reliability
• Weak solder points fully reflowed to extend service life
• Earth-friendly remanufacturing process reduces energy and raw material use versus new-part production
• Direct bolt mounting with blade terminal type

Product Details

Cardone’s Windshield Wiper Motor line traces back to the company’s first product offering in 1970, and this remanufactured unit reflects that long-running focus on OE-style replacement parts. The 40-385 is built for front wiper applications on 1988-1989 Chrysler Daytona, Fifth Avenue, LeBaron, New Yorker, Town & Country, Dodge Aries, 600, B150, B250, B350, Caravan, D100, D150, D250, D350, Daytona, Grand Caravan, Ramcharger, W100, W150, W250, W350, and Plymouth Grand Voyager, Reliant, and Voyager models. It is specified for vehicles without washer pump compatibility, and some 1989 applications note a 2-15/16 inch diameter motor housing.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Front wipers stop working or move intermittently
• Wipers park in the wrong position after replacement or service
• Slow, weak, or inconsistent wiper sweep
• Motor noise caused by worn internal components
• Electrical failure related to worn bearings, solder joints, or magnets

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle uses a front wiper motor without washer pump compatibility before ordering. If the wipers stop in the middle of the windshield, inspect the crank arm position and reset park alignment as needed. For moisture-sensitive systems, verify the rain sensor and control module operation before replacing the motor. If the washer pump is defective, some systems will not allow the motor to operate, so bench test both components before installation.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone 40-385 wiper motor is remanufactured, tested, and finalized to meet O.E. performance expectations. The process includes component-level inspection, functional testing, and reconditioning steps intended to deliver reliable front windshield wiper operation on the listed Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications.