Cardone 85-4509 Windshield Wiper Motor - Rear

Rear Wiper Motor for Subaru Legacy and Outback

Restore rear wiper operation with this Cardone windshield wiper motor, part number 85-4509. It is built for 2000-2004 Subaru Legacy and 2000-2004 Subaru Outback rear applications, with a design focused on durable gear performance, quiet operation, and dependable torque in harsh weather.

Key Features

• Fits 2000-2004 Subaru Legacy, rear
• Fits 2000-2004 Subaru Outback, rear
• Cardone Windshield Wiper Motor, part number 85-4509
• Stronger gear material than original equipment to help reduce wear, stripping, and breakage
• Precisely lubricated assembly for quiet operation and longer service life
• Load tested for reliable performance
• Magnets provide torque for demanding weather and worn linkage conditions
• New part condition with blade terminal type and grommet mounting
• Package contents: wiper motor and instruction manual
• Washer pump not included

Product Details

Cardone builds this new rear wiper motor using engineering experience developed from remanufacturing automotive wiper motors. The internal gear design uses a tougher, less brittle material than the original design to help resist premature wear and gear damage. For Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback rear wiper service, part number 85-4509 is a direct replacement choice for vehicles that need consistent rear window wiping performance.

This part cross-references Subaru 86511AE05A for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Rear wiper motor no longer moves the wiper arm
• Intermittent or slow rear wiper operation
• Wiper parking issues after motor failure or linkage wear
• Noise from worn internal motor gears
• Loss of rear wiper torque in cold, wet, or icy conditions

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle uses a rear wiper motor before ordering. This unit does not include a washer pump. If the wipers stop in the middle of the glass, inspect the crank arm position and reset the park alignment according to the vehicle service procedure. 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 motor is load tested before release to help verify performance. The design also uses the correct lubricant amount and torque-capable magnets to support dependable operation in demanding conditions. E-waste designation: yes.