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Dorman 742-171 Power Window Motor - Right Quarter
| Brand | Dorman 742-171 |
|---|---|
| Position | Right Quarter |
| Hardwired Or Plug-In | Plug-In |
| Micro-controlled (Embedded Logic) | No |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Package Contents | Window Lift Motor |
| Regulator Included | No |
| Window Lift Gear Included | No |
| Wiring Harness Included | No |
| Fits | Volkswagen · 9 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Precision-engineered to match original motor fit and performance.
Plug-in design for straightforward electrical connection.
Replacement window lift motor for restoring power window operation.
Cross-references Cardone Reman 47-2090, 1Y0959812 and 389522 for the same application. See all 5.
Window Lift Motor for Volkswagen Beetle
Dorman 742-171 is a plug-in window lift motor engineered to match the fit and performance of the original unit in specific Volkswagen applications. It is a direct replacement for the right quarter window motor on select Volkswagen Beetle and Beetle Cabrio models.
Key Features
- Plug-in electrical connection for straightforward replacement
- Precision-engineered to match original fit and performance
- Window lift motor only; regulator not included
- Mounting hardware not included
- Wiring harness not included
- Window lift gear not included
Detailed Description
This Dorman window motor, part number 742-171, is built for the right quarter window on 2003-2010 Volkswagen Beetle and 2010 Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio models. It is designed as an OE-style replacement for the original power window lift motor, helping restore proper quarter-window operation without changing the regulator assembly. If you are searching for a Volkswagen Beetle right quarter window motor or a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio window lift motor, 742-171 is the direct-fit part to review.
This part cross-references Cardone Reman 47-2090 for the same application.
What It Helps Fix
- Window glass that no longer moves up or down
- Slow or inconsistent quarter-window operation
- Motor noise without window movement
- Intermittent power window response
- Failure of the right quarter window motor in Volkswagen Beetle applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s year, model, and right quarter position before installation. This unit uses a plug-in connection and does not include the regulator, mounting hardware, wiring harness, or window lift gear, so reuse or source the required related components as needed. Confirm connector style and mounting points against the original motor before final assembly.
Quality Assurance
Dorman designs this replacement motor to match original equipment fit and performance for the listed Volkswagen applications. Part number 742-171 is intended for direct replacement use on confirmed fitment vehicles.
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Convertible | Right Quarter | — |
| 2010 | Volkswagen | Beetle Cabrio | — | Right Quarter | — |
| 2009 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Convertible | Right Quarter | — |
| 2008 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Convertible | Right Quarter | — |
| 2007 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Convertible | Right Quarter | — |
| 2006 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Convertible | Right Quarter | — |
| 2005 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Convertible | Right Quarter | — |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Convertible | Right Quarter | — |
| 2003 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Convertible | Right Quarter | — |
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