Cardone 43-3503 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Cardone 43-3503 Windshield Wiper Motor

Restore front windshield wiping performance with this remanufactured Cardone windshield wiper motor. Cardone 43-3503 is built for direct-bolt installation and is engineered to match original equipment operation for select Audi and Volkswagen applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for proper vehicle fit
• Direct bolt mounting with 3 mounting holes
• Blade terminal connection
• Motor bearings are re-impregnated or replaced as needed
• Output gear lubrication is applied for load capacity and service life
• Motor magnets are fully recharged for consistent performance
• Weak solder points are reflowed during remanufacturing
• Package contents: wiper motor and instruction sheet
• Washer pump not included

Product Details

The Cardone Windshield Wiper Motor line has been part of the brand’s remanufactured OE replacement offering since 1970. This product is re-engineered, built, and tested to meet original equipment performance standards, with main components checked against OE specifications and the finished unit function-tested on the vehicle. For Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, Audi S4, and Volkswagen Passat owners, part number 43-3503 provides a remanufactured replacement for front wiper motor service where the vehicle uses a 5-pin connector or a motor without washer pump, depending on application.

This part cross-references Audi 8D1955113A and Volkswagen 8D1955113A for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Front wipers that stop working or move intermittently
• Wipers that park incorrectly or stop mid-windshield
• Slow or inconsistent wiper sweep speed
• Noise or binding from a worn motor assembly
• Loss of wiping function after motor wear or electrical failure

Installation Notes

• Fits 1999-2001 Audi A4, front, with 5 pin connector; motor without washer pump
• Fits 1999-2001 Audi A4 Quattro, front, with 5 pin connector; motor without washer pump
• Fits 2000-2002 Audi S4, front, with 5 pin connector; motor without washer pump
• Fits 1998-1999 Volkswagen Passat, front; excludes washer pump compatibility
• Fits 1996-1998 Audi A4, front; excludes washer pump compatibility
• Fits 1996-1998 Audi A4 Quattro, front; excludes washer pump compatibility
• If the wipers park in the wrong position, the crank arm angle on the motor shaft may need to be adjusted using the vehicle-specific hidden park reset procedure
• Bench test the wiper motor and washer pump before replacement when diagnosing electrical or parking issues
• Some vehicles will not operate the motor if the washer pump is defective

Quality Assurance

Each unit is remanufactured to OE standards, with critical components tested or gauged before final vehicle-level function testing. Cardone’s remanufacturing process also reduces energy and raw material use compared with producing a new part, supporting an earth-friendly repair approach.