Dorman 742-840 Power Window Motor - Front Left

OE-Style Window Motor Replacement

Dorman 742-840 is a power window lift motor for specific Honda applications where the original motor has worn out or stopped working. It is precision-engineered to match the fit and performance of the factory unit, with a plug-in design and included wiring harness for a direct replacement path.

Compatible With 1990-1993 Honda Accord, front left; 1992-1996 Honda Prelude, front left; and 1993-1997 Honda Civic del Sol, front left. This Dorman window motor is built for the driver-side front window on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Direct replacement window motor for specific Honda front left applications
• Plug-in connection for straightforward electrical hookup
• Wiring harness included in the package contents
• Window lift gear included
• Designed to match original fit and performance requirements
• Part number 742-840 for easy identification

Detailed Product Overview

Dorman 742-840 is a replacement power window lift motor engineered for the front left window on select Honda Accord, Honda Prelude, and Honda Civic del Sol models. The motor is intended to restore window movement when the original unit is slow, noisy, intermittent, or no longer operates. Because the wiring harness is included and the unit uses a plug-in connection, it supports a cleaner replacement process on the listed applications. If you are searching for a Honda Accord front left window motor, Honda Prelude power window motor, or Honda Civic del Sol window motor replacement, 742-840 is the cataloged part number to reference.

This part cross-references Cardone Reman 47-1524 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Window will not move up or down from the switch
• Slow or weak window operation
• Grinding or worn motor noise during operation
• Intermittent front left window function
• Failure of the original power window lift motor

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front left position before ordering.
• Inspect the window regulator and related hardware during service; regulator is not included.
• Mounting hardware is not included.
• Confirm the electrical connector and harness routing match the original setup before installation.
• Test window travel and switch operation after installation to confirm proper function.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this replacement motor to match the fit and performance of the original equipment design for the listed Honda applications. Part number 742-840 is built as a direct-fit service component for front left window repair on the specified vehicles.