Cardone 43-45026 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Remanufactured Wiper Motor for Hyundai and Kia

The Cardone 43-45026 windshield wiper motor is a remanufactured OE-style replacement built for direct fit and dependable front wiper operation. It is engineered and tested to match original equipment performance for vehicles such as the Hyundai Santa Fe, Santa Fe Sport, Santa Fe XL, Elantra, Elantra GT, and Kia Sportage.

Cardone’s Windshield Wiper Motor line focuses on remanufactured OE parts that restore factory-style function while reducing material use through remanufacturing. The 43-45026 is a direct bolt, blade-terminal unit with a vehicle-specific design for front wiper applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for proper vehicle fit
• Direct bolt mounting with 3 mounting holes
• Blade terminal type for factory-style electrical connection
• Main components tested or gauged to OE standards
• Motor bearings re-impregnated or replaced as needed
• Output gear lubricated for load capacity and service life
• Motor magnets fully recharged for performance and reliability
• Weak solder points reflowed to extend service life
• Package contents: wiper motor and instruction sheet

Detailed Description

Cardone 43-45026 is a remanufactured windshield wiper motor designed for front wiper systems on select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It is built to restore consistent sweep speed, parking function, and windshield clearing performance. This part cross-references Hyundai 981101H000 for the same application. Use this part number when searching for a remanufactured wiper motor for Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, Hyundai Santa Fe XL, Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Elantra GT, or Kia Sportage front wiper repair.

The remanufacturing process includes inspection and testing of core components such as the armature, field, bearing, parking switch, or pulse board, followed by final functional testing on the vehicle. The process also reduces energy and raw material use compared with manufacturing a new part.

What It Helps Fix

• Inoperative front windshield wipers
• Intermittent or inconsistent wiper movement
• Wipers stopping in the middle of the windshield
• Poor parking position after wiper operation
• Noise or drag caused by worn motor components

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL, front; 2013-2016 Hyundai Santa Fe XL, front; 2013-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe, front; 2013-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, front; 2016 Kia Sportage, front; 2011-2015 Kia Sportage, front; 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT, front; and 2009-2012 Hyundai Elantra, front. This application excludes washer pump compatibility on the listed Hyundai models. Verify the vehicle’s original connector style, mounting pattern, and parking position before installation. If the wipers do not park correctly, the crank arm position on the motor shaft may need adjustment using the vehicle service procedure.

For moisture-sensitive systems, confirm whether the vehicle uses a rain sensor mounted inside the windshield near the rearview mirror. If the motor does not operate after installation, check washer pump function and system wiring before replacing the motor again.

Quality Assurance

Cardone remanufactured wiper motors are re-engineered, built, and tested to match OE performance. Each unit is checked against original equipment standards, with final functional testing performed on the vehicle. The remanufacturing process also supports reduced waste and lower raw material use.