Audi A4 B8 Rear Window Trunk Tailgate Wiper Motor Actuator Valeo 4F9955711C

Audi A4 B8 Rear Window Trunk Tailgate Wiper Motor Actuator Valeo is an original component from the Wiper motors and linkages group, designed for operation in the rear section of the vehicle body. It ensures stable operation of the wiper arm on the tailgate, which translates into safe rear visibility in difficult weather conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 4F9955711C-1
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 4F9955711C
• Substitutable numbers: 4F9955711C, 4F9 955 711 C, 4F9 955 711 E, 4F9955711E
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Wiper Linkages, Transmissions & Motors

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented motor operates in the rear tailgate area, responsible for driving the rear window wiper. Its task is to precisely transfer torque to the wiper mechanism so that the movement is smooth, even, and synchronized with the vehicle's factory control system.

Its placement in the rear of the body makes this component essential for driving comfort in rain, snow, or when driving on dirty roads, where efficient cleaning of the rear window has a direct impact on the safety of maneuvers, including reversing and changing lanes.

Construction and technical characteristics

The Audi A4 B8 rear tailgate wiper motor has been designed as a component that works with the factory electrical system and the original mounting in the tailgate. The design includes:

• a compact housing adapted to the mounting space in the tailgate,
• an integrated drive that transfers movement to the wiper mechanism,
• adaptation to work in variable weather conditions.

Thanks to this, the motor maintains proper operating standards, reduces vibrations transmitted to the wiper arm, and allows for maintaining stable pressure of the blade against the glass.

Compatibility and selection by numbers

As an element from the group of original Audi solutions, the motor is intended for use in the A4 B8 model in a configuration with a rear wiper on the tailgate. It is worth basing the selection of parts on the vehicle manufacturer's markings and catalog data, which allows avoiding assembly problems and ensures full compatibility with the factory installation.

In case of doubts when choosing a used drive component, it is worth using expert knowledge regarding identification by OEM and reference numbers. The issue of selecting drive components is described in more detail in the guide Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths, which discusses practical procedures for identification by numbers and cost proportions compared to new parts.

Condition, verification, and advantages of purchasing a used wiper motor

The offered element comes from the secondary market, which allows for significantly reducing the cost of repairing the rear wiper while maintaining the original design and fit to the vehicle. A used wiper motor is a particularly beneficial solution for maintenance repairs when the priority is operational efficiency and compliance with the factory system, rather than necessarily purchasing a new component.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard check of the electrical installation, the condition of the connectors, and the mechanical part of the wiper system (arm, mounting, joints) to fully utilize the potential of a functional motor and avoid additional loads resulting from the resistance of the mechanism.

If you want to organize the process of purchasing parts from the secondary market and minimize the risk of incorrect selection, the step-by-step guide Safe purchase of used car parts online – a step-by-step guide, describing, among other things, strategies for verifying parts and selection by OEM numbers, will be helpful.

Expansion of the Audi wiper system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the visibility and window cleaning zone in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional motors, linkages, or drive components, check the available parts in the Audi wiper motors and linkages category.

Summary

Audi A4 B8 Rear Window Trunk Tailgate Wiper Motor Actuator Valeo is a practical solution for drivers and workshops that want to restore full functionality of the rear wiper while maintaining the vehicle's original design concept. The use of a dedicated motor in the rear of the body allows for maintaining proper rear visibility, which has a direct impact on the safety of daily vehicle operation.