Cardone 85-4331 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Cardone 85-4331 Windshield Wiper Motor

Restore dependable windshield wiping with the Cardone 85-4331 windshield wiper motor. This new direct-bolt replacement is built for front applications on select Nissan Maxima and Nissan Altima models, with design updates aimed at quieter operation and longer service life.

Cardone’s New Wiper Motor line uses stronger internal gear material, precise lubrication, and load testing to help deliver consistent performance in demanding weather.

Key Features

• Direct bolt mounting for straightforward replacement
• Blade terminal type
• New wiper motor, not remanufactured
• Internal gears use a stronger, less brittle material than OE to reduce wear, stripping, and breakage
• Precisely lubricated assembly for quiet operation and long life
• Load tested for reliable performance
• Magnets provide torque needed for extreme weather and worn linkage compensation
• Washer pump not included

Detailed Description

The Cardone 85-4331 is a front windshield wiper motor engineered for select 2002-2008 Nissan Altima and 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima applications. It is designed as a direct-bolt replacement with blade terminals and includes an instruction manual for installation reference. This part cross-references Nissan 288107Y000 and 288107Y005 for the same application. Use the 85-4331 when replacing a worn or failed Nissan Altima wiper motor or Nissan Maxima front wiper motor where the washer pump is separate from the motor assembly.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Wipers stop moving or fail to sweep the windshield
• Slow, weak, or inconsistent wiper operation
• Noise from worn internal gears or dry components
• Wipers parking in the wrong position after motor wear
• Loss of torque in rain, snow, or other severe weather conditions

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima, front.
• Fits 2007 Nissan Altima, front, before 10/2006.
• Fits 2003-2006 Nissan Altima, front.
• Fits 2002 Nissan Altima, front, from 08/2002.
• Confirm whether the vehicle uses a moisture-sensitive wiper system before diagnosis; some systems rely on a rain sensor and control module.
• If the motor does not operate after installing an old washer pump, bench test both components before replacing the motor again.
• If the wipers park incorrectly and the vehicle does not use hidden wiper blades, check crank arm position on the motor shaft.

Quality Assurance

Cardone builds this New Wiper Motor line from decades of wiper motor remanufacturing experience and applies reverse-engineering-based design improvements to the original OE concept. The result is a replacement wiper motor assembly focused on durability, torque delivery, and dependable operation for Nissan Altima and Nissan Maxima front wiper service.