Ford B-Max Rear Window Wiper Motor Actuator AV61-17K441-AC

Ford B-Max Rear Window Wiper Motor Actuator is an original component from the Wiper motors and linkages group, designed for operation on the vehicle's rear window. It ensures stable, uniform guidance of the wiper arm, which translates into safe visibility in difficult weather conditions. This is a solution for users who expect a proven design and proper fitment for the wiper system in a Ford B-Max.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: AV61-17K441-AC
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: AV61-17K441-AC
• Substitutable numbers: AV61-17K441-AC, AV6117K441AC, W000014440, 1755929
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Wiper Motor
• Category: Wiper Linkages, Transmissions & Motors

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The rear window wiper motor is responsible for driving the wiper arm in the rear of the vehicle, ensuring smooth movement across the glass surface. This component works with the wiper mechanism, transferring torque to the arm axis, which enables effective removal of water, mud, and debris from the rear window. A properly functioning rear wiper drive is particularly important in city traffic and during maneuvers, where good rear visibility supports safe reversing and lane changing.

Construction and technical fitment

The rear window wiper motor in the Ford B-Max has been designed as a component compatible with the vehicle's factory electrical and mechanical system. This means:

• maintaining the correct direction and range of wiper arm operation,
• proper positioning of the wiper in the rest position,
• appropriate mounting to the body and compatibility with the original arm.

As a result, installation is straightforward, without the need for modifications to the wiring or interference with the tailgate structure.

Benefits of using an original Ford motor

Using an original Ford brand solution for the rear wiper drive allows for maintaining consistency in operating parameters with other system components. Key advantages include:

• maintaining factory speed and torque characteristics,
• proper cooperation with switches and cabin controls,
• appropriate fitment to the geometry of the Ford B-Max rear window.

For the user, this means predictable wiper system operation and a reduced risk of problems resulting from the use of random replacements with uncertain parameters.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered rear window wiper motor is a secondary market component, which allows for an economical repair of the system while maintaining the original design. A used component of this type is particularly attractive in situations where the existing drive has suffered from operational wear, seizure, or mechanical damage. Choosing such a solution enables the restoration of rear wiper functionality without the need to invest in a new subassembly.

Part selection by numbers and technical aspects

The rear window wiper motor for the Ford B-Max should be selected based on manufacturer markings and reference numbers, which minimizes the risk of incorrect fitment. In practice, this means verifying compatibility with the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, as well as taking into account the location on the vehicle, which in this case is the rear of the vehicle. This approach facilitates installation and ensures proper cooperation with the existing electrical system.

For those who want to deepen their knowledge on purchasing secondary market components, including drive units and subassemblies working with vehicle systems, the expert guide on facts and myths regarding used engines and gearboxes, which discusses, among other things, procedures for selection by OEM numbers, will be helpful.

Expanding the wiper system in a Ford

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the area responsible for window cleaning in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as additional drives, linkages, or mechanisms working with wiper arms, check the available parts in the Ford wiper motors and linkages category.