Ford Ranger Mk4 Front Windscreen Wiper Motor 3942484 XM34-17508-DA

Ford Ranger Mk4 Front Windscreen Wiper Motor is a component from the Wiper motors and linkages group, designed for operation on the windscreen in diesel-powered vehicles. It is a practical solution for Ford users looking for a proven, used component with factory performance characteristics and stable parameters.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3942484
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3942484
• Substitutable numbers: TG159200-3161, TG1592003161, 4UJ24, 3942484, XM3417508DA, XM34-17508-DA
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Part type: Wiper Motor
• Category: Wiper Linkages, Transmissions & Motors

Purpose and function in the wiper system

The presented wiper motor is responsible for driving the arms operating on the windscreen, ensuring the correct frequency and smoothness of the wiper blade movement. It is designed for installation in the front area of the vehicle, where it works with the linkage mechanism, gears, and the electrical system of the Ford Ranger Mk4. The component is adapted to the specifics of vehicles with a diesel engine, which is important for, among other things, the characteristics of electrical loads and operating conditions in the body compartment. This ensures compatibility with the factory installation and proper cooperation with switches and controls in the cabin.

Benefits of using an original wiper motor

Using an original wiper motor in the Ford Ranger Mk4 allows for maintaining the correct geometry of the arms and stable speed of the wiper blades in various modes. This translates into:

• reliable windscreen cleaning in rain and snow,
• proper cooperation with the factory wiper switch,
• preservation of the safety and visibility parameters specified by the manufacturer. For the user, this means predictable wiper system behavior and no need for modifications to the installation or mounts. The original design also facilitates diagnostics during future inspections.

Installation and operational characteristics

The motor is intended for installation in the factory location at the front of the vehicle, in the immediate vicinity of the linkage mechanism. This solution allows for maintaining the serial routing of wires, the correct operating angle of the arms, and proper dissipation of mechanical loads. As a used component, this part represents a reasonable compromise between cost and functionality, especially in the case of maintenance repairs or restoring the efficiency of the wiper system after a failure. The factory specification promotes seamless integration with other system components.

Application in diesel vehicles

The wiper motor is intended for use with versions of the Ford Ranger Mk4 equipped with diesel units. In practice, this means adaptation to the operating conditions characteristic of this type of drive, such as a different weight distribution, specific arrangement of electrical harnesses, or different organization of space in the front compartment. Thanks to this, the user receives a component that is consistent with the factory configuration of the vehicle, which reduces the risk of installation problems and ensures predictable system behavior during long-term operation.

Selection by numbers and technical aspects of the used component

When selecting a used wiper motor for the Ford Ranger Mk4, it is crucial to compare the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers with the vehicle specification. This allows for confirming electrical and mechanical compatibility, as well as avoiding problems with installation or operation in different speed ranges. If you want to deepen your knowledge about the safe selection of used drive components and accessories, procedures for selection by VIN/OEM, and real cost benefits, it is worth checking out our expert guide: Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths. The principles contained therein largely also apply to the conscious choice of other used elements, such as wiper motors.

Related Ford wiper system components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the windscreen area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as arms, linkages, or drive transmission mechanisms, check the available parts in the Ford wiper motors and linkages category.