Dorman 742-176 Window Motor - Front Left

Dorman 742-176 Window Lift Motor for Explorer

Restore power window operation with this Dorman window motor, engineered to match the fit and performance of the original unit in specific applications. This Dorman 742-176 replacement is built for the front left window on select Ford Explorer models with one-touch up and down operation.

Key Features

• Direct replacement window lift motor for specific Ford Explorer applications
• Plug-in electrical connection for straightforward integration
• Anti-pinch motor design for supported safety function
• Micro-controlled embedded logic for controlled window movement
• Express up and down operation
• Includes window lift gear
• Does not include regulator, mounting hardware, or wiring harness

Detailed Description

The Dorman 742-176 power window lift motor is designed for 2011-2017 Ford Explorer front left applications with one-touch up and down operation. It is a plug-in replacement that follows the original motor’s fitment and electrical layout, making it a practical choice when the factory motor is worn, slow, or no longer responding. The integrated anti-pinch feature and micro-controlled logic support the window system’s original operating behavior. This part cross-references ACI 383334 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Window glass that will not move up or down
• Slow, weak, or intermittent window motor operation
• Loss of one-touch express window function
• Grinding or failed motor-driven window movement
• Front left power window issues on a Ford Explorer

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2011-2017 Ford Explorer, front left, with one-touch up and down. Confirm the vehicle’s connector style and window control configuration before installation. This unit is plug-in and does not include mounting hardware, regulator, or wiring harness. Verify the existing window regulator and related components are in good condition before replacing the motor. Dorman 742-176 is also listed with interchange references 423118 and BB5Z7823395A.

Quality Assurance

Dorman positions this replacement motor as a precision-engineered part for specific vehicle years, makes, and models, with fit and performance intended to align with the original equipment design.