Cardone 85-387 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Cardone 85-387 Wiper Motor Overview

Restore dependable windshield wiping with the Cardone 85-387 windshield wiper motor. This new direct-bolt replacement is built for front applications on select Dodge, Chrysler, and Plymouth vehicles, including Dakota, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Spirit, Shadow, Sundance, LeBaron, Dynasty, Imperial, New Yorker, Monaco, Acclaim, and Lancer models.

Cardone engineers this wiper motor with upgraded internal gear material, precise lubrication, and load testing to support quiet operation and consistent performance in demanding weather.

Key Features

• New wiper motor for front windshield applications
• Direct bolt mounting with 3 mounting holes
• Blade terminal type
• Motor gears use a stronger, less brittle material than original equipment
• Precisely lubricated for quiet operation and long service life
• Load tested for reliable performance
• Magnets are designed to deliver the torque needed for harsh weather and worn linkage conditions
• Washer pump not included

Product Details

The Cardone Windshield Wiper Motor line builds on the company’s remanufacturing and reverse-engineering experience, with a new-design approach that improves on common OE wear points. Part number 85-387 is engineered for front wiper systems on 1989-1996 Dodge Dakota, 1994-1996 Dodge Ram 1500/2500/3500, and select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth passenger vehicles. This part cross-references Chrysler 4389131 and Dodge 4389131 for the same application.

For shoppers searching for a 1990-1996 Dodge Dakota wiper motor, 1994-1996 Dodge Ram front windshield wiper motor, or a replacement wiper motor for Chrysler Spirit, Shadow, or LeBaron, this unit is built to match the listed applications and restore normal wiper operation.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Solve

• Wipers stop moving or fail to sweep the windshield
• Slow, weak, or inconsistent wiper movement
• Wiper motor noise caused by worn internal gears
• Parking issues where the blades stop in the wrong position
• Performance loss from age, wear, or weather exposure

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front position before installation. This motor does not include a washer pump, so reuse or replace that component separately as needed. If the vehicle uses a hidden-park wiper system, follow the service manual reset procedure after installation. For parking misalignment on non-hidden-park systems, adjust the crank arm position on the motor shaft so the blades park at the bottom of the windshield.

If the original system stopped working after washer pump failure, bench test both the wiper motor and washer pump before replacing parts. The FAQ guidance also notes that some moisture-sensitive systems use a rain sensor mounted inside the windshield near the rearview mirror.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone 85-387 wiper motor is load tested and assembled with the proper lubricant amount to support quiet, dependable operation. The upgraded gear material is designed to resist premature wear, stripping, and breakage for long-term use in front windshield wiper systems.