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Cardone 42-103 Window Motor - Front Left or Rear Left
Reliable Power Window Motor Replacement for Select GM Vehicles
The Cardone Power Window Motor 42-103 is a remanufactured window motor designed for rear left and front left window applications. Engineered to restore smooth and quiet window operation, this motor is compatible with various Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models.
- Remanufactured window motor with included gear
- Designed for rear left and front left window use
- Equipped with 2 wires and 3 mounting holes for secure installation
- Features through-hole mounting type for compatibility
- Includes kit connector and instruction sheet for ease of installation
- Environmentally conscious with E-Waste compliance
About the Cardone Power Window Motor Line
The Cardone Power Window Motor product line focuses on remanufactured electrical components that meet or exceed OEM specifications. This line provides reliable window motor replacements that include essential features such as integrated gears and mounting hardware designed to fit specific vehicle applications. The 42-103 part number is part of this line, ensuring compatibility and performance for select GM vehicles.
Product Details and Features
This remanufactured window motor includes a gear and is designed for vehicles requiring a 2-wire motor with through-hole mounting and three mounting holes. It is compatible with models such as the Buick LeSabre, Cadillac DeVille, Chevrolet Corsica, Oldsmobile Delta 88, and Pontiac Bonneville. The motor is engineered to work with power windows equipped with anti-pinch safety features, which prevent the window glass from closing on obstructions. The motor’s design supports smooth operation and reduces noise often caused by worn weather-strips or faulty wiring.
Common Issues Addressed by This Window Motor
- Power window failing to operate or moving slowly
- Window dropping several inches from the upper channel
- Noisy or popping sounds during window operation
- Window motor running in only one direction
- Intermittent window movement due to faulty motor or wiring
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the Cardone 42-103 window motor, ensure the motor is mounted securely using the three through-hole mounting points. Verify the wiring connections correspond to the vehicle’s power window switch and control module. Avoid bench-testing the motor outside of the vehicle to prevent damage to the anti-pinch safety feature. Inspect window tracks and weather-stripping for wear or debris that may affect motor performance.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
This remanufactured window motor undergoes rigorous testing to meet OEM standards. It includes a kit connector and instruction sheet to assist with proper installation. The product is E-Waste compliant, reflecting environmental responsibility. Warranty details are provided by Cardone and typically cover defects in materials and workmanship for a specified period.
| Brand | Cardone |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 42-103 |
| Position | Power Window Motor, Rear Left and Front Left |
| E-Waste | Yes |
| FAQs | A motor equipped with an anti-pinch safety feature typically has |
| FAQs | An external module monitors the rotation of the internal gear. i |
| FAQs | Can i bench-test a case grounded motor? |
| FAQs | Do all vehicles with power windows have an anti-pinch safety feat |
| FAQs | Dry or worn weather-strip and tracks, dirty switch contacts, or d |
| FAQs | How can i tell if my vehicle has an anti-pinch window lift motor? |
| FAQs | How does the anti-pinch safety feature work? |
| FAQs | Is it necessary to reset a motor that has the anti-pinch safety f |
| FAQs | Most 2-terminal or 2-wire motors are grounded through the control |
| FAQs | My window drops 2 to 3 inches from the upper window channel, then |
| FAQs | Noisy operation or a popping sound can be misdiagnosed as a windo |
| FAQs | Not if the motor is installed and is not disturbed from its facto |
| FAQs | The anti-pinch feature was introduced by opel in 1986. most vehi |
| FAQs | The anti-pinch safety feature prevents the window glass from reac |
| FAQs | The likely cause is a window lift motor that was bench-tested or |
| FAQs | The vehicle may have faulty wiring or a defective control switch. |
| FAQs | What are the advantages of phenolic pistons over steel? |
| FAQs | What causes noisy operation or popping on a window lift motor wit |
| FAQs | What’s an anti-pinch safety feature? |
| FAQs | Why does my 2-wire window lift motor only run in one direction? |
| Gear Included | Yes |
| Mounting Hole Quantity | 3 |
| Mounting Type | Through hole |
| Package Contents | Window lift motor, kit connector, instruction sheet |
| Product Condition | Remanufactured |
| Regulator Included | No |
| Window Motor Use Location | Rear left; front left |
| Wire Quantity | 2 |
This part fits 61 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | # Doors | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Chevrolet | Corsica | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | Corsica | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1994 | Chevrolet | Corsica | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1993 | Cadillac | 60 Special | FWD | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | |||
| 1993 | Cadillac | 60 Special | FWD | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | |||
| 1993 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1993 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1993 | Cadillac | DeVille | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1993 | Cadillac | DeVille | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1993 | Chevrolet | Corsica | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1992 | Cadillac | Allante | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1992 | Cadillac | Brougham | Base | Rear Left | Remanufactured Window Motor | |||
| 1992 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1992 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1992 | Cadillac | DeVille | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1992 | Cadillac | DeVille | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1992 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1992 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1992 | Chevrolet | Corsica | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1991 | Buick | LeSabre | 4 Door | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | |||
| 1991 | Cadillac | Allante | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1991 | Cadillac | Brougham | Base | Rear Left | Remanufactured Window Motor | |||
| 1991 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1991 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1991 | Cadillac | DeVille | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1991 | Cadillac | DeVille | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1991 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1991 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1991 | Chevrolet | Corsica | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1991 | Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | 4 Door | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | |||
| 1991 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1990 | Buick | LeSabre | Sedan | 4 Door | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||
| 1990 | Cadillac | Allante | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1990 | Cadillac | Brougham | Base | Rear Left | Remanufactured Window Motor | |||
| 1990 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1990 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1990 | Cadillac | DeVille | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1990 | Cadillac | DeVille | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1990 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1990 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1990 | Chevrolet | Corsica | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1990 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1990 | Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | 4 Door | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | |||
| 1990 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1989 | Buick | LeSabre | Sedan | 4 Door | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||
| 1989 | Cadillac | Allante | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1989 | Cadillac | Brougham | Base | Rear Left | Remanufactured Window Motor | |||
| 1989 | Cadillac | DeVille | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1989 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1989 | Chevrolet | Corsica | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1989 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1989 | Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1989 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1988 | Buick | LeSabre | Sedan | 4 Door | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||
| 1988 | Cadillac | Allante | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1988 | Chevrolet | Corsica | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1988 | Oldsmobile | 98 | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1988 | Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1988 | Pontiac | Bonneville | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1987 | Cadillac | Allante | Front Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window Motor | ||||
| 1987 | Chevrolet | Corsica | Rear Left | Gear included; regulator not included.; Power Window 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.