Cardone 85-4417 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Cardone Front Wiper Motor for Fusion, MKZ, Milan, Zephyr, and Mazda 6

Restore dependable windshield wiping with the Cardone 85-4417 windshield wiper motor. This new front wiper motor is engineered with upgraded internal gear material, precise lubrication, and load-tested performance for consistent operation in Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr, and Mazda 6 applications.

Key Features

• New Cardone windshield wiper motor, part number 85-4417
• Stronger gear material helps resist premature wear, stripping, and breakage
• Assembled with the correct lubricant amount for quiet operation and long service life
• Load tested for reliable output
• Magnets are designed to deliver torque for harsh weather and worn linkage conditions
• Direct bolt and grommet mounting type
• Blade terminal type
• Washer pump not included

Product Line Details

Cardone’s Windshield Wiper Motor line is built from reverse-engineering experience and updated engineering practices. The goal is to improve on the original design by addressing common wear points in the gear set and by tuning the motor for dependable front windshield wiping performance.

Detailed Description

The Cardone 85-4417 is a front windshield wiper motor designed for specific Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, and Mazda vehicles. It is a direct-fit replacement for 2006-2012 Ford Fusion, 2007-2012 Lincoln MKZ, 2006-2011 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2003-2005 Mazda 6 models. This part cross-references Ford/Lincoln/Mercury 6E5Z17508AA and Mazda GK2C67340 for the same application. The motor is built to provide steady torque and consistent park operation when the original unit has worn gears or reduced output.

What It Is Used For

• Intermittent or inoperative front wiper movement
• Wipers that move slowly or lose torque in rain, snow, or ice
• Gear wear, stripping, or breakage inside the original motor
• Poor park position or wipers stopping out of place
• Noise caused by worn internal motor components

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible With 2006-2012 Ford Fusion, front; 2007-2012 Lincoln MKZ, front; 2006-2011 Mercury Milan, front; 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, front; and 2003-2005 Mazda 6, front. This wiper motor does not include the washer pump. If the vehicle uses a hidden park setup, follow the vehicle-specific reset procedure and verify crank arm position on the motor shaft if the blades do not park correctly. For moisture-sensitive systems, confirm the rain sensor and washer pump operation before replacing the motor. Bench testing the motor and washer pump can help isolate a related electrical fault.

Quality Assurance

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