Cardone 40-442 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Cardone 40-442 Wiper Motor for Jeep TJ and Wrangler

The Cardone 40-442 is a remanufactured windshield wiper motor built for direct-fit replacement on select Jeep applications. It is engineered and tested to match original equipment performance, with attention to parking function, output gear lubrication, and long-term reliability.

Compatible with 1997-2002 Jeep TJ and 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler, front, this remanufactured wiper motor is a practical choice when the original motor is slow, intermittent, or no longer parks correctly. The Cardone 40-442 also supports buyers looking for an OE-style replacement for Jeep TJ and Wrangler windshield wiper motor service.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for direct vehicle fit
• Built and tested to match O.E. performance standards
• Main components are tested or gauged, including the armature, field, bearing, parking switch, or pulse board
• Motor bearings are re-impregnated or replaced as needed
• Output gear receives lubrication for load capacity and service life
• Motor magnets are fully recharged for dependable operation
• Weak solder points are reflowed to improve durability
• Direct bolt mounting with blade terminals
• Washer pump not included

Product Details

Cardone’s remanufactured wiper motor line traces back to the company’s first product offering and remains focused on OE-style replacement parts. The 40-442 is re-engineered to restore windshield wiper operation on Jeep TJ and Jeep Wrangler models, with final functional testing performed on the vehicle to verify operation. This part cross-references Jeep 4864892 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Solve

• Wipers stop in the middle of the windshield
• Wipers do not park at the bottom of the glass
• Slow, weak, or inconsistent wiper movement
• Motor failure after washer pump-related electrical issues
• Intermittent front wiper operation on Jeep TJ or Wrangler models

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1997-2002 Jeep TJ, front, and 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler, front. This application excludes washer pump compatibility, so verify the vehicle’s washer pump condition before installation. If the motor does not have hidden wiper blades, parking misalignment is often caused by crank arm position; adjust the crank arm angle on the motor shaft to restore proper park position. For moisture-sensitive systems, confirm whether the vehicle uses a rain sensor mounted inside the windshield near the rearview mirror.

Before replacing the motor, bench test the wiper motor and washer pump together when diagnosing a no-operation concern. If the vehicle uses a moisture sensor, the wiper control module adjusts motor speed based on rainfall input from that sensor.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone 40-442 remanufactured windshield wiper motor is re-engineered to meet original equipment standards, with component-level testing and final vehicle-function verification. The remanufacturing process also reduces raw material and energy use compared with producing a new part.