Cardone 42-344 Power Window Motor - Front Right

Front Right Window Motor for Ranger

Restore smooth power window operation with this Cardone remanufactured window lift motor, part number 42-344. It is a direct-fit replacement for the front right position on select Ford Ranger and Ford F-100 Ranger applications, including models with the gear included and regulator not included.

Cardone’s Power Window Motor line focuses on remanufactured OE-style replacements that are re-engineered, renewed, and tested to match original performance. This 42-344 unit is built for the Ford Ranger front right window system and is a practical choice when the original motor is slow, noisy, or no longer moving the glass correctly.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment replacement for proper vehicle fit
• Fits the front right window motor location on select Ford Ranger and Ford F-100 Ranger models
• Motor is 100% tested on a simulated window fixture for speed and strength
• Internal components are inspected, gauged, and renewed for reliable operation
• Magnets are recharged to support consistent motor efficiency
• Gear included; regulator not included
• Package includes the window lift motor, kit connector, and instruction sheet
• 2-wire design with 3 mounting holes and through-hole mounting

Detailed Description

Cardone 42-344 is a remanufactured power window motor engineered as an OE replacement for the front right side. It is built from original equipment cores, then inspected, renewed, and tested so the finished part matches the mounting, regulator interface, and operating characteristics expected for the application. For 1996-2002 Ford Ranger and 1996-2001 Ford F-100 Ranger front right applications, this motor supports a direct repair path when the original unit has failed or become inconsistent.

This part cross-references Ford F57Z1023394AA for the same application.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Front right window does not move up or down
• Window moves slowly or stops before reaching full travel
• Motor runs but the glass does not respond correctly
• Noisy or rough window operation from a worn motor assembly
• Intermittent power window performance on Ford Ranger or Ford F-100 Ranger

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 1997-2002 Ford Ranger, front right.
• Fits 1997-2001 Ford F-100 Ranger, front right.
• Fits 1996 Ford F-100 Ranger, front right, with plastic gear housing; from 01/1996; contains gear; without regulator.
• Fits 1996 Ford Ranger, front right, with plastic gear housing; from 01/1996; contains gear; without regulator.
• Do not bench-test express-up or anti-pinch motors before they are fully coupled to the regulator.
• If the motor is disturbed from its factory-set position, travel limits may need to be reset after installation.
• For 2-wire motors, verify polarity, switch function, and wiring condition during diagnosis.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured window lift motor is tested for speed and strength, with internal parts inspected and renewed during the remanufacturing process. The process also reduces raw material and energy use compared with producing a new part, supporting an earth-friendly repair option.