VW Volkswagen Passat B6 Front Wiper Motor & Linkage Unit 3C2955023F

VW Volkswagen Passat B6 Front Wiper Motor & Linkage Unit is a complete drive unit with a linkage mechanism designed for operation on the windshield. This component belongs to the Wiper motors and linkages group and is a factory-engineered solution used in Volkswagen models, ensuring stable wiper performance in various weather conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-3C2955023F
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3C2955023F
• Substitutable numbers: 3C2955023F, 3C2 955 023 F, 3C2955119B, 3C2 955 119 B, 1397220533, 1 397 220 533, 3397020964, 3 397 020 964
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Wiper Linkage
• Category: Wiper Linkages, Transmissions & Motors

Purpose and function in the wiper system

The presented motor with linkages is responsible for transferring torque to the wiper arms at the front of the vehicle. This assembly ensures synchronized movement of the blades across the windshield, maintaining proper operating geometry and the correct wiping range for the driver's field of vision. The unit's design is optimized for compatibility with the vehicle's factory control system, resulting in predictable responses to individual wiper speeds and the intermittent mode.

Construction of the motor + linkage assembly

The wiper motor integrated with the linkage mechanism forms a rigid system that minimizes operating play and reduces vibrations transmitted to the wiper arms. The applied system of rods and joints is designed to ensure smooth, repeatable movement and appropriate blade pressure against the windshield, which is especially important at higher driving speeds and during heavy precipitation.

Its location on the vehicle in the windshield area allows for a direct connection to the wiper arms and easier service access. Consequently, replacing the complete unit is a predictable process that can be carried out under standard workshop conditions.

Benefits of using an original Volkswagen assembly

Using an original Volkswagen solution for the wiper drive system results in:

• maintaining the factory operating characteristics of the wiper system,
• proper compatibility with the vehicle's electrical installation and control system,
• correct blade movement geometry on the windshield,
• reducing the risk of improper installation compared to aftermarket alternatives with different designs.

The component from the Wiper motors and linkages category is crucial for maintaining the clarity of the driver's field of vision, and thus for driving safety in rain, snow, or when the windshield is dirty.

Selection by numbers and vehicle integration

The unit has a dedicated OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates precise identification and selection for a specific Passat B6 configuration. In practice, this means the ability to verify compatibility with the vehicle based on service documentation or parts catalogs, without the need to interfere with the wiper system's design.

It is important for users and workshops that using a complete motor + linkage assembly helps avoid problems resulting from mixing components of different geometry or origin, which could lead to an incorrect blade operating range or excessive load on the drive.

Condition and practical application

The product is offered as a used component, which allows for an economical repair of the wiper system while maintaining the factory design. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for vehicles in intensive use, where reasonable cost is important while maintaining appropriate functionality and compatibility with other components.

The motor with linkages designed for the front of the vehicle will work well both as a replacement for a damaged drive and as a component used preventively during comprehensive maintenance of the windshield area, including arms, blades, and cowl seals.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the windshield area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as drives, linkage mechanisms, or complete wiper modules, check the available parts in the Volkswagen wiper motors and linkages category.

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