Cardone 43-4465 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

OE-Style Wiper Motor for Front Applications

This remanufactured Cardone windshield wiper motor is built for direct replacement on select Hyundai, Kia, and Dodge front wiper systems. Cardone 43-4465 is re-engineered and tested to match original equipment performance for dependable windshield clearing in daily driving and poor weather.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for a precise vehicle fit
• Main components tested or gauged to O.E. standards, including armature, field, bearing, parking switch, or pulse board
• Final unit function-tested on the vehicle
• Motor bearings re-impregnated or replaced as needed
• Output gear lubricated for load capacity and service life
• Motor magnets 100% recharged for performance and reliability
• Weak solder points 100% reflowed to extend life expectancy
• Earth-friendly remanufacturing process reduces energy and raw material use by 80%

Product Details

Cardone’s Windshield Wiper Motor line is centered on remanufactured OE replacement parts that restore factory-style operation without changing the original mounting or electrical layout. Part number 43-4465 uses a direct bolt mounting type, blade terminals, and a 3-hole mounting pattern. It is supplied as a remanufactured wiper motor with instruction sheet, and it does not include a washer pump. This part cross-references Hyundai/Kia OE numbers such as 981101G000 for the same application.

For drivers searching for a front windshield wiper motor for Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Kia Optima, or Hyundai Genesis Coupe, this unit is built to restore consistent sweep and parking function. It is also listed for Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Rio5, Kia Magentis, and Dodge Attitude front applications.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Wipers stop mid-windshield or fail to complete a full sweep
• Wiper motor does not respond or operates intermittently
• Poor parking position after motor replacement or wear
• Reduced wiper speed or inconsistent movement in rain
• Noise, binding, or weak operation from worn internal motor components

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle uses the correct front wiper motor application before installation. If the vehicle has a moisture-sensitive wiper system, verify the rain sensor and control module operation as part of diagnosis. On vehicles without hidden wiper blades, parking misalignment is often corrected by adjusting the crank arm position on the motor shaft using the vehicle-specific hidden-park reset procedure. If the motor does not operate after installation, bench test the wiper motor and washer pump; some systems will not run if the washer pump is defective.

Compatible With 2011-2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, front; 2006-2011 Dodge Attitude, front; 2006-2011 Hyundai Accent, front; 2006-2011 Kia Rio, front; 2006-2011 Kia Rio5, front; 2007-2010 Kia Magentis, front; 2007-2010 Kia Optima, front; and 2007-2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, front.

Quality Assurance

Cardone remanufactures this wiper motor to OE standards and tests each unit for function before release. The process includes component inspection, bearing service, magnet recharging, solder reflow, and final vehicle-level testing to support reliable operation and long-term use.