Dorman 602-325AS Wiper Motor and Linkage Assembly - Front

Wiper Motor and Linkage Assembly

Dorman 602-325AS is a direct-mount windshield wiper motor and transmission assembly for front applications on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. It restores the wiper drive system with a new electrical motor, steel frame, and mixed-material construction for a standard replacement that matches original equipment function.

• Direct-mount, one-piece wiper motor and transmission assembly
• Clockwise (right) rotation direction
• Electrical driver type with bolt attachment
• Specific fit replacement for front wiper systems
• Steel frame with rubber, plastic, and metal components
• Silver finish

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2007-2012 Ford Escape, front
• Fits 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, front
• Fits 2007-2011 Mercury Mariner, front

Detailed Description

This Dorman wiper motor and linkage assembly is built for vehicles that use a direct-mount, electrically driven front wiper system. Part number 602-325AS is a specific-fit replacement that follows the original layout and operating direction, helping restore consistent windshield wiping performance on the Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner. This part cross-references OE numbers 8L8Z17508C and 8L8Z17566AA for the same application.

Use 602-325AS when the original windshield wiper transmission or motor has failed and the front wipers no longer move correctly, park properly, or maintain steady sweep across the windshield. The assembly is intended for standard replacement service and uses a bolt-on attachment method with direct motor mounting.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Front wipers do not move
• Wipers stop in the wrong position or fail to park
• Intermittent or uneven wiper sweep
• Grinding, binding, or weak wiper motion
• Motor runs but the linkage does not operate correctly

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front position before installation. Confirm the clockwise right-hand rotation and direct-mount configuration match the original assembly. Inspect the wiper arms, pivots, and electrical connector condition during service, and transfer any reusable components as needed based on the vehicle setup.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this assembly as a brand-new replacement part engineered to match the function and performance of the original equipment design for the listed applications.