Cardone 85-1835 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Cardone 85-1835 Wiper Motor for Volkswagen

Restore dependable windshield wiping with the Cardone 85-1835 windshield wiper motor. This new direct-bolt replacement is engineered for Volkswagen applications and built with upgraded internal components for consistent operation in rain, snow, and road spray.

Compatible With Volkswagen Beetle, Jetta, Golf, Passat, Corrado, Cabrio, and EuroVan front wiper motor applications, this part number 85-1835 is designed to deliver the torque and parking control needed for everyday driving visibility.

Key Features

• New Cardone windshield wiper motor for front applications
• Direct bolt mounting with 3 mounting holes
• Blade terminal type for vehicle-specific electrical connection
• Internal gears use a stronger, less brittle material than OE to reduce wear, stripping, and breakage
• Precisely measured lubricant supports quiet operation and long service life
• Load tested for reliable performance
• Magnets are selected to provide torque for harsh weather and worn linkage conditions
• Package includes the wiper motor and instruction manual

Product Details

Cardone’s New Wiper Motor line builds on its remanufacturing experience by reengineering the motor for improved durability over the original design. The 85-1835 uses upgraded gear material, controlled lubrication, and load-tested assembly to help maintain steady wiper movement and proper parking function. It is a front windshield wiper motor for Volkswagen models and does not include a washer pump.

This part cross-references Volkswagen OE numbers such as 1J0955119 and 535955119A for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Wipers that stop mid-sweep on the windshield
• Slow, weak, or inconsistent wiper movement
• Wiper motor gear wear, stripping, or breakage
• Parking misalignment at the bottom of the windshield
• Noise caused by worn internal motor components

Installation Notes

• Fits 1990-2010 Volkswagen front wiper motor applications listed below.
• Fits 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle, front
• Fits 2010 Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio, front
• Fits 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 Volkswagen EuroVan, front
• Fits 1995-1997 and 2000-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, front
• Fits 1991-1997 and 2000-2001 Volkswagen Golf, front
• Fits 1993-1997 and 1998-2001 Volkswagen Jetta, front
• Fits 1990-1997 Volkswagen Passat, front
• Fits 1990-1994 Volkswagen Corrado, front
• Some vehicles with hidden park wipers require crank arm adjustment to restore proper park position.
• If the washer pump is defective on certain systems, the wiper motor may not operate; bench test both components before replacement.
• Vehicles with moisture-sensitive wipers use a rain sensor mounted inside the windshield near the rearview mirror.

Quality Assurance

Cardone designs this new wiper motor with upgraded gear material, controlled lubrication, and load testing to support dependable operation in demanding conditions. E-waste: Yes.