Cardone 49-2004 Headlight Motor - Right

Remanufactured Headlight Motor for Honda Prelude

Restore reliable pop-up headlight operation with this CARDONE remanufactured headlight motor. Built for the right side of the 1986-1987 Honda Prelude, Part Number 49-2004 is remanufactured to meet or exceed OEM performance with corrected design weaknesses for longer service life.

The CARDONE Headlight Motor line focuses on dependable fit, quiet operation, and consistent movement. For Honda Prelude headlight motor replacement needs, this unit is engineered with upgraded internal materials and tested through the remanufacturing process to help deliver stable performance.

Key Features

• Remanufactured to meet or exceed OEM performance
• Fits 1986-1987 Honda Prelude, right headlight motor application
• All critical bearings are relubricated or replaced to extend product life
• Each unit is 100% tested at 3 points in the remanufacturing process
• Motor magnets are fully recharged for reliable output
• Gears are redesigned with a stronger, less brittle material than original equipment
• Assembled with the precise amount of lubricant for quiet operation and long life
• Guaranteed fit and function
• Connector/terminal configuration: blade

Detailed Description

CARDONE remanufactured headlamp motors are built for drivers who need a direct replacement for a worn or failing right-side unit on the Honda Prelude. Part Number 49-2004 is remanufactured with attention to common original design weaknesses, helping improve durability while maintaining OEM-style operation. This headlight motor is a practical choice for 1986-1987 Honda Prelude models that need consistent headlamp movement and dependable electrical performance.

This part cross-references Honda 33210SB0013 and 33210SBOO13 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Headlights that do not raise or lower properly
• Slow, weak, or inconsistent headlamp movement
• Noisy operation from worn internal components
• Failure caused by worn bearings, gears, or magnets
• Electrical issues related to a failing headlight motor on a Honda Prelude

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is a 1986-1987 Honda Prelude with the right-side headlight motor application before installation. Confirm the blade-style connector matches the original unit and inspect the surrounding headlamp linkage and electrical connections for wear or corrosion. Follow the included instruction sheet during installation and test headlight operation after the motor is installed.

Quality Assurance

Each CARDONE remanufactured headlamp motor is tested at three points during the remanufacturing process to help ensure performance. Internal components are relubricated or replaced as needed, magnets are recharged, and gears are upgraded to support long-term reliability and consistent operation.