Cardone 85-4810 Windshield Wiper Motor - Rear

Rear Wiper Motor for Volvo XC90

Restore rear wiper operation on the 2003-2014 Volvo XC90 with Cardone 85-4810. This new windshield wiper motor is built with upgraded internal gear material and precise lubrication to support quiet operation, consistent torque, and long service life.

Cardone’s Windshield Wiper Motor line focuses on replacing worn OE units with a new design that addresses common failure points in the gear train and motor assembly. For Volvo XC90 rear wiper service, part number 85-4810 is a direct-fit replacement for the rear position and does not include a washer pump.

Key Features

• Fits 2003-2014 Volvo XC90, rear
• New wiper motor construction for the rear windshield wiper system
• Stronger, less brittle gear material helps reduce premature wear, stripping, and breakage
• Precisely lubricated assembly for quiet operation and extended service life
• Load tested for reliable performance
• Magnets are selected to deliver torque for demanding weather and worn linkage conditions
• Eyelet and grommet mounting type with blade terminal connection
• Washer pump not included

Detailed Description

Cardone 85-4810 is a new rear wiper motor engineered for the Volvo XC90 rear windshield wiper system. It is designed to replace the original motor with updated internal components, including stronger gears and controlled lubrication, to help maintain smooth movement and dependable parking action. This part is a practical choice when the rear wiper on a Volvo XC90 stops working, moves slowly, or fails to park correctly.

This part cross-references Volvo 8638163 for the same application. If your vehicle uses a moisture-sensitive wiper system, verify the control module and sensor operation before replacing the motor. For 2003-2014 Volvo XC90 rear wiper service, 85-4810 is the part number to reference.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Rear wiper motor does not run
• Rear wiper stops mid-sweep or fails to park
• Slow or inconsistent rear wiper movement
• Noise from worn internal motor gears
• Stripped or broken gear components inside the motor

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the rear wiper motor is the source of the fault before replacement. If the washer pump is defective on certain systems, the wiper motor may not operate even when the motor itself is not damaged. Bench test the wiper motor and washer pump before installing the replacement.

If the rear wiper does not park correctly after installation and the vehicle does not use hidden wiper blades, check crank arm position on the motor shaft and reset it to the proper park angle using the vehicle service procedure. The package includes the wiper motor and instruction manual.

Quality Assurance

Cardone builds this new wiper motor using reverse-engineering experience from remanufactured wiper motor development, then refines the design with stronger gear material and load testing to support dependable operation in harsh weather. The product is new and intended for long-term service in the rear wiper system of the Volvo XC90.