Dorman 42538 Windshield Wiper Arm - Front Right

OE-Style Front Right Wiper Arm

This Dorman windshield wiper arm is built for the front right position and matches the fit and function of the original arm on specified vehicles. Made from steel with a black finish, Part Number 42538 is a direct replacement for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth minivans.

Compatible With 1996-2002 Dodge Caravan, front right, 1996-2002 Dodge Grand Caravan, front right, 1996-2002 Chrysler Town & Country, front right, and related applications listed below. If you need a replacement windshield wiper arm for a Chrysler Town & Country or Dodge Grand Caravan, Part Number 42538 provides the correct OE-style configuration.

Key Features

• Steel construction for strength and durability
• Black finish for a clean OE-style appearance
• Specific fit for the front right wiper position
• Hook-style wiper end type
• Spine / flange nut attachment method
• Designed to match original fit and function on listed vehicles
• Cross-reference: 4717364

Detailed Description

Dorman 42538 is a replacement windshield wiper arm engineered to match the original arm used on specified vehicles. The 28.5-inch steel arm is shaped for proper reach and blade movement, helping restore normal windshield wiping performance on the front right side. Its specific-fit design and hook-style end support correct attachment and alignment for the listed Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications.

This part is a practical choice when replacing a worn, bent, or corroded wiper arm on a Dodge Caravan, Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Town & Country, Chrysler Grand Voyager, or Plymouth Voyager. Part Number 42538 is also a direct interchange for 4717364.

What It Helps Fix

• Weak or uneven windshield wiping on the front right side
• A bent or damaged wiper arm that no longer holds proper pressure
• Corrosion or wear at the arm assembly
• Poor blade contact caused by an incorrect or failing arm
• Restoration of proper wiper motion on listed minivan applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s front right wiper arm configuration before installation. This part uses a spine / flange nut attachment method and a hook-style wiper end, so confirm the existing connection style matches before ordering. No instruction manual is included.

For best results, inspect the wiper blade and linkage condition during replacement. A worn blade or damaged linkage can affect wiping performance even after installing a new arm.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this windshield wiper arm to match the fit and function of the original part on the specified vehicles. The steel construction and OE-style configuration support reliable service on the listed Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications.