Description
The Volkswagen Transporter T5 Windscreen Wiper Motor and Mechanism is an original part from the Wiper Motors and Linkages group, designed for the front of the vehicle. It ensures stable guidance of the wiper arms, correct movement geometry, and effective water drainage from the windscreen, which directly impacts driving safety and comfort in adverse weather conditions.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: RHD-7E2955113
- Mark: Volkswagen
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 7E2955113
- Substitutable numbers: 7E2955113, 7E2 955 113, 7H2 955 603, 7H2955603
- Location on the vehicle: Front
- Part type: Wiper Transmission
- Category: Wiper Linkages, Transmissions & Motors
Purpose and Function in the Wiper System
The presented wiper motor and linkage assembly is dedicated to the windscreen of the Volkswagen Transporter T5. It is responsible for driving and synchronizing the operation of the wiper arms, maintaining a constant, repeatable angle of deflection and smooth movement across the glass. This provides the driver with clear visibility, and the wiper system operates predictably and stably.
This component is particularly important in commercial vehicles, where the Transporter T5 is often used intensively. A functional motor with a complete gear and linkage mechanism reduces the risk of jamming, uneven wiper operation, or overloading the electrical system.
Benefits of Using an Original Volkswagen Assembly
Using an original Volkswagen solution for the wiper drive offers several practical advantages:
- maintaining the factory-set wiper operating characteristics (speed, range of motion, park position),
- correct fit for the scuttle panel mountings and standard wiper arms,
- compatibility with the vehicle’s original electrical system,
- reduced risk of vibrations, noise, and excessive wear of cooperating components.
Therefore, replacing a worn or damaged drive with an original assembly restores the system’s proper function without requiring vehicle modifications.
Installation and Operational Characteristics
The wiper motor with mechanism is designed for installation in the front of the body, in the scuttle panel area. The assembly’s design allows for service replacement within standard workshop procedures, without altering the body structure. In practice, this means the component can be efficiently swapped during a single service visit.
As a part from the Wiper Motors and Linkages category, this product works with wiper arms and blades, transferring the motor’s torque into linear motion across the windscreen. A correctly selected and functional assembly reduces mechanical loads, positively impacting the durability of the entire wiper system.
Condition and Practical Application in Servicing
The offered assembly is a used part, which in workshop practice is often a cost-effective solution while maintaining the original manufacturer’s specifications. This type of part is suitable for both standard repairs after a wiper motor failure and for comprehensive scuttle panel refurbishment when several cooperating components need replacement.
When selecting a part for a specific version of the Transporter T5, it is crucial to compare factory markings and interchangeable numbers with the vehicle’s data. This helps avoid compatibility issues and ensures the system operates correctly after installation.
Expanding the Wiper System and Selecting Related Parts
If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front windscreen area in your Volkswagen and need other parts from the same group, such as additional motors, complete linkages, or drive assemblies, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Wiper Motors and Linkages category.
When selecting used drive components for a vehicle, it is advisable to consider not only manufacturer markings but also identification procedures based on factory numbers and vehicle data. We discuss this in more detail in the guide on drive components – you can find detailed information in the article Why Buying Used Gearboxes and Engines is Worth It – Facts Instead of Myths, which discusses a practical approach to purchasing used mechanical components.
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