Cardone 85-444 Windshield Wiper Motor - Rear

Rear Wiper Motor for Jeep Cherokee

Restore rear wiper function on 1997-2001 Jeep Cherokee models with the Cardone 85-444 windshield wiper motor. This new rear wiper motor is built with upgraded internal gear material and precise lubrication for quiet operation and long service life.

Compatible With 1997-2001 Jeep Cherokee, rear. The Cardone 85-444 is engineered for dependable torque in demanding weather and is designed to address common rear wiper drive issues on Jeep Cherokee applications.

Key Features

• New rear windshield wiper motor for Jeep Cherokee applications
• Stronger, less brittle gear material helps resist wear, stripping, and breakage
• Correct lubricant amount is applied during assembly for smooth, quiet operation
• Load tested for reliable performance before release
• Magnets are selected to deliver the torque needed for weather exposure and linkage wear
• Blade terminal design with grommet mounting and 2 mounting holes
• Package includes the wiper motor and instruction manual

Product Details

Cardone’s Windshield Wiper Motor line focuses on replacing worn rear wiper drive components with a new assembly built from reverse-engineering experience. For the 85-444, that approach is used to improve gear durability and maintain consistent motor output, which is important when the rear wiper must park correctly and cycle through full travel. This part cross-references Jeep (e.g., 55154944, 55154944AB) for the same application.

What This Part Helps Fix

• Rear wiper motor inoperative on a 1997-2001 Jeep Cherokee
• Rear wiper movement that stops mid-sweep
• Wiper parking misalignment at the rear glass
• Noise from worn internal motor gears
• Weak or inconsistent rear wiper torque in cold, wet, or dirty conditions

Installation Notes

Fits 1997-2001 Jeep Cherokee, rear. This motor does not include a washer pump. If the vehicle uses a moisture-sensitive wiper system, verify the rain sensor and control module operation before replacing the motor. If the wipers do not park correctly after installation, check crank arm position on the motor shaft and follow the vehicle-specific hidden park reset procedure when applicable. If the washer pump is defective, some systems will not allow the motor to operate, so bench test both components before replacement.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone 85-444 wiper motor is load tested to confirm operation and assembled with the proper lubricant amount for quiet performance and durability. The design uses stronger gear material than original equipment to help reduce premature wear and breakage.