Cardone 42-489 Window Motor - Front Left or Front Right

Cardone 42-489 Power Window Motor

Restore smooth window movement with this remanufactured CARDONE window lift motor. Built as a direct-fit O.E. replacement, it is engineered from original equipment cores and tested to deliver the speed, strength, and mounting accuracy needed for front window service on select Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot, and Dodge Caliber applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for proper vehicle fit
• 100% tested on a simulated window fixture for speed and strength
• Internal components inspected, gauged, and renewed for service life
• Lubricated for quiet operation and long-term durability
• Internal gears are renewed or replaced with stronger material when needed
• Motor magnets are recharged to support efficient operation
• Gear included; regulator not included
• 2-wire design with 3 mounting holes and through-hole mounting

Product Details

CARDONE remanufactured window lift motors are rebuilt from O.E. cores and re-engineered to match factory performance. The remanufacturing process includes inspection of bushings, bearings, armatures, gears, and magnets, along with precise lubrication and functional testing. This helps deliver consistent operation for vehicles that need a dependable replacement window motor. Part number 42-489 is a practical choice for drivers servicing a front right Jeep Compass or Jeep Patriot, as well as a front left Dodge Caliber. This part cross-references Jeep 68002899AA and Dodge 5179961AA for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Slow or weak power window movement
• Window glass that will not raise or lower
• Intermittent operation from worn internal motor components
• Noisy window lift operation caused by motor wear
• Loss of consistent window travel on the affected door

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2007-2017 Jeep Compass, front right. Fits 2007-2017 Jeep Patriot, front right. Fits 2007-2012 Dodge Caliber, front left. Verify the part number and inspect the regulator assembly before installation, especially if the motor was previously operated outside the vehicle. For auto-up or auto-down systems, travel limits may need to be reset after installation if the motor was disturbed. The package includes the window lift motor and instruction sheet.

Quality Assurance

Each CARDONE remanufactured motor is tested, inspected, and renewed to meet O.E. performance expectations. The remanufacturing process also reduces energy and raw material use compared with producing a new part, supporting a more earth-friendly repair path.