Cardone 85-155 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Cardone 85-155 Windshield Wiper Motor

The Cardone 85-155 windshield wiper motor is a new replacement built for dependable front wiper operation on classic Jeep, Chevrolet, and GMC applications. It is engineered with stronger internal gears, precise lubrication, and load-tested performance to help restore consistent wiping in demanding weather.

Compatible With front applications on 1963-1978 Jeep Wagoneer, 1974-1978 Jeep Cherokee, 1974-1978 Jeep J10, 1974-1978 Jeep J20, 1969-1972 Chevrolet Blazer, and select GMC van and truck platforms, this motor is designed for vehicles using a 4-terminal setup without a washer pump.

Key Features

• New Cardone windshield wiper motor, part number 85-155
• Stronger gear material than original equipment to reduce wear, stripping, and breakage
• Lubricated during assembly for quiet operation and extended service life
• Load tested for reliable output before installation
• Magnets are sized to deliver torque for harsh weather and worn linkage conditions
• Blade terminal design with eyelet and grommet mounting points
• Package includes the wiper motor and instruction manual

Product Details

Cardone builds the 85-155 using reverse-engineering experience from remanufactured wiper motor development and applies that knowledge to its new motor line. The result is a replacement windshield wiper motor intended to improve on the original design by addressing common failure points inside the gear train. This part number 85-155 is a direct choice for front wiper service on vehicles such as Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Cherokee, and Chevrolet Blazer applications that use a motor without a washer pump.

This part cross-references AC Delco 5040 and Standard Motor Products WPM-100 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Inoperative front windshield wipers
• Slow or inconsistent wiper movement
• Wiper motor gear wear, stripping, or breakage
• Weak torque in rain, snow, or heavy windshield load
• Parking or sweep issues caused by a failing motor assembly

Installation Notes

• Verify the vehicle uses a 4-terminal motor without a washer pump before ordering.
• Some vehicles with moisture-sensitive wiper systems use a rain sensor at the windshield; confirm the system type before replacement.
• If the wipers stop mid-windshield or park incorrectly, inspect the crank arm position and hidden park reset procedure.
• Bench test the wiper motor and washer pump before replacement when diagnosing an electrical no-start condition.
• For vehicles with a defective washer pump, the wiper motor may not operate until the pump issue is corrected.

Quality Assurance

Cardone uses load testing and controlled lubrication during assembly to support consistent operation and long-term durability. The stronger gear design is intended to reduce premature internal failure in demanding front wiper applications.