Cardone 85-4520 Windshield Wiper Motor - Front

Cardone 85-4520 Wiper Motor for Subaru

Restore front windshield wiper operation with the Cardone 85-4520 windshield wiper motor. This new motor is built for 2005-2009 Subaru Legacy and 2005-2009 Subaru Outback front applications, with a design focused on quiet operation, consistent torque, and long-term durability.

Cardone’s wiper motor line uses stronger gear material than the original design to help reduce premature wear, stripping, and breakage. The 85-4520 is a direct-fit replacement for Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback front wiper motor service where the washer pump is not included.

Key Features

• New windshield wiper motor for front applications
• Direct bolt and grommet mounting type
• Blade terminal connection
• Assembled with the correct amount of lubricant for quiet operation
• Load tested for reliable performance
• Stronger gear material than OE to resist wear and breakage
• Magnets are engineered to deliver torque for demanding weather and worn linkage conditions
• Package includes the wiper motor and instruction manual

Detailed Description

The Cardone 85-4520 is a new windshield wiper motor engineered for Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback front wiper systems from 2005 through 2009. It is designed as an OE-style replacement with improved internal gear material and controlled lubrication to support smooth, quiet operation. Part number 85-4520 is a practical choice when the original motor has failed, slowed down, or stopped parking correctly.

This part cross-references Subaru 86510AG02A and 86510AG02B for the same application. For Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback owners searching for a front wiper motor replacement, 85-4520 provides the correct mounting style and terminal type for the listed vehicles.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Front wipers do not move or respond
• Wipers stop in the middle of the windshield
• Wipers park in the wrong position
• Slow or inconsistent wiper speed
• Noise, gear wear, or stripped internal components in the motor

Installation Notes and Tips

• Compatible With 2005-2009 Subaru Legacy, front.
• Compatible With 2005-2009 Subaru Outback, front.
• This wiper motor does not include the washer pump.
• If the vehicle uses a hidden park setup, verify crank arm position during installation to correct parking alignment.
• Bench test the wiper motor and washer pump before replacement if the original system did not operate.
• On moisture-sensitive systems, confirm the rain sensor and control module operation before replacing the motor.

Quality Assurance

Cardone designs this new wiper motor using experience gained from remanufacturing automotive wiper motors, with attention to gear durability, torque output, and load-tested performance. The product is also marked as E-Waste compliant.