Cardone 43-4542 Windshield Wiper Motor - Rear

Cardone Rear Wiper Motor for Subaru Forester

Restore rear wiper operation with this remanufactured Cardone windshield wiper motor, part number 43-4542. It is built and tested to match original equipment performance for the 2006-2008 Subaru Forester rear wiper application, including models without washer pump compatibility.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment part for proper vehicle fit
• Each unit is tested or gauged against O.E. standards before final function testing
• Motor bearings are re-impregnated or replaced as needed
• Output gear lubrication supports load capacity and service life
• Motor magnets are fully recharged for reliable operation
• Weak solder points are reflowed to improve durability
• Earth-friendly remanufacturing process reduces raw material and energy use
• Includes wiper motor and instruction sheet

Product Details

Cardone’s Windshield Wiper Motor line focuses on remanufactured OE-style replacement parts that are re-engineered, assembled, and tested for consistent performance. Part number 43-4542 is a rear wiper motor for Subaru Forester applications and is listed with a grommet mount, blade terminal type, and three mounting holes. This unit does not include a washer pump.

Compatible With 2008 Subaru Forester, rear, before 11/2007; motor without washer pump. Compatible With 2006-2007 Subaru Forester, rear, excludes washer pump compatibility. This part cross-references Subaru OE numbers 28710CG000 and 86510SA160 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Resolve

• Rear wiper motor failure or no rear wiper movement
• Intermittent rear wiper operation
• Wiper parking issues after motor wear or internal component failure
• Reduced motor output from worn bearings, weak solder joints, or degraded magnets
• Noise or binding caused by internal wear in the original motor

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s rear wiper configuration before installation, especially washer pump compatibility. If the wiper motor does not have hidden blades, parking misalignment is often related to crank arm position; adjust the crank arm angle on the motor shaft to restore proper park position. If the motor continues to stop mid-sweep, inspect the washer pump and related controls, since some systems will not operate correctly when the washer pump is defective. Bench testing the motor and washer pump before replacement can help confirm the root cause.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured wiper motor is re-engineered to match original equipment performance and tested against OE standards before final vehicle function checks. The remanufacturing process also reuses and restores core components where possible, supporting consistent operation and reduced material waste.