Cardone 85-3578 Windshield Wiper Motor - Rear

Rear Wiper Motor for Volkswagen Tiguan

Restore rear windshield wiping performance with this Cardone New Windshield Wiper Motor, part number 85-3578. It is built for the rear position on Volkswagen Tiguan and Tiguan Limited applications, with design updates aimed at improving durability and consistent operation.

Key Features

• Cardone New Wiper Motor engineered from reverse-engineering experience in automotive wiper motor remanufacturing
• Stronger gear material than original equipment to reduce wear, stripping, and breakage
• Precisely measured lubricant for quiet operation and extended service life
• Load tested for reliable performance
• Magnets sized to deliver torque for demanding weather and worn linkage conditions
• Mounting type: eyelet and grommet
• Terminal type: blade
• Washer pump not included

Product Details

The Cardone 85-3578 is a new rear windshield wiper motor designed for Volkswagen rear wiper service. It is a direct replacement for 2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan rear wiper motor applications and 2017-2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Limited rear wiper motor applications. This part cross-references Volkswagen 5N0955711A and 5N0955711B for the same application. The motor is assembled with controlled lubrication, tested under load, and built with upgraded internal gears to help maintain dependable rear wiper movement in everyday driving and harsh weather.

What It Is Used For

• Rear wiper motor failure on a Volkswagen Tiguan
• Intermittent or non-functioning rear windshield wiper operation
• Slow, weak, or inconsistent rear wiper movement
• Noise from worn internal motor gears
• Parking or sweep issues caused by motor wear or linkage load

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible With 2009-2017 Volkswagen Tiguan, rear, and 2017-2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Limited, rear. Verify the mounting style and blade terminal connection before installation. If the rear wiper does not operate after replacement, inspect the washer pump and related wiring, since some systems will not run if the washer pump has failed. If the wiper parks incorrectly, check crank arm position and follow the vehicle-specific reset procedure in the service manual. Package contents include the wiper motor and instruction manual.

Quality Assurance

Cardone designs this new wiper motor with upgraded gear material, controlled lubrication, and load testing to support dependable operation over time. The product is new and marked for e-waste recycling.