Dorman 742-273 Power Window Motor - Front Left, Front Right or Rear Right

OE-Style Window Motor Replacement

Dorman 742-273 is a plug-in power window lift motor for specific Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. It is precision-engineered to match the fit and performance of the original motor, making it a direct replacement for worn or failed window motor assemblies.

Compatible with 1997-2004 Ford F-150 front right applications, as well as select Expedition and Navigator positions, this window motor is built for straightforward service on common truck and SUV window repair jobs.

Key Features

• Plug-in design for easier electrical connection
• Wiring harness included for the listed applications
• Mounting hardware included
• Window lift gear included
• Regulator not included
• Direct-fit replacement for specific Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury window motor applications

Detailed Description

This Dorman window motor is made for drivers replacing a failed power window motor in vehicles such as the Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator. Part number 742-273 is engineered to match original fit and operating characteristics, helping restore normal window movement without changing the regulator assembly when it is still serviceable. This part cross-references Cardone New 82-318 for the same application.

It is a plug-in unit with a wiring harness included, and the package also contains mounting screws and the window lift motor gear. The motor is not micro-controlled, which keeps the design focused on direct replacement service for the listed vehicles.

What It Helps Fix

• Window glass that will not move up or down
• Slow or weak power window operation
• Intermittent window movement from a worn motor
• Noisy operation caused by a failing lift motor
• Loss of power window function in the front right or rear right door, depending on application

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the original motor and connector style before installation. Some 1997 Ford F-250, F-250 HD, and F-350 applications note that part numbers may be reversed on certain models and must be matched to the original unit for accurate fit. This part is listed for front right, rear right, and front left positions depending on vehicle application, so confirm the door location before ordering.

Compatible With: 1997-2004 Ford F-150, front right; 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, front right; 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, front right and rear right; 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator, front right and rear right; 1998-1999 Ford F-250, front right; 1998 Ford F-350, front left; 1997 Ford F-250, front right; 1997 Ford F-250 HD, front right; 1997 Ford F-350, front right.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this replacement window motor to match original fit and performance for the listed applications. The included harness, mounting screws, and lift gear support a complete service-ready installation for the specified vehicles.