Dorman 602-823AS Wiper Motor and Linkage Assembly

Dorman 602-823AS Wiper Motor Assembly

Restore windshield wiping performance with this Dorman wiper motor and transmission assembly. Built as a standard replacement for the original unit, it is made for the 2009-2013 Subaru Forester and addresses failed motor or transmission operation with a direct-fit, electrical design.

For Subaru Forester owners searching for a wiper motor and linkage assembly, Dorman 602-823AS provides an OE-style solution that matches the function and performance of the factory setup. It is a specific-fit, bolt-mounted assembly with a clockwise (right) rotation direction and steel construction.

Key Features

• Brand: Dorman
• Part number: 602-823AS
• Wiper motor and transmission assembly
• Specific fit for 2009-2013 Subaru Forester
• Electrical driver type
• Clockwise (right) rotation direction
• Steel frame and steel material construction
• Bolt attachment and bolt-style motor mounting
• Rubber bushings for linkage support
• Silver finish

Detailed Description

This Dorman 602-823AS assembly is designed for drivers replacing a failed windshield wiper transmission or motor on a Subaru Forester. It combines the motor and linkage into one standard replacement unit, helping restore consistent wiper movement and proper windshield coverage. The part is built with a steel frame, rubber bushings, and a one-piece configuration for a direct replacement approach.

Fits 2009-2013 Subaru Forester, N/A. This part cross-references Subaru OE numbers 86510SC010 and 86510SC011 for the same application. If you are searching for a Subaru Forester wiper motor assembly, Dorman 602-823AS is a direct-fit option for the listed model years.

What It Helps Fix

• Inoperative windshield wipers
• Intermittent or weak wiper movement
• Wiper linkage failure
• Motor noise with no blade motion
• Uneven or incomplete windshield sweep

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle application before installation and compare the original connector, mounting style, and rotation direction to the replacement unit. This assembly uses bolt attachment and bolt-style motor mounting, so the mounting points should be checked carefully during service. Confirm the wiper arm pivot point diameter and linkage alignment before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this replacement assembly to match the function and performance of the original equipment design for the listed Subaru Forester applications. It is a standard replacement part built for direct-fit service on the confirmed model years.