VW Volkswagen Golf Mk8 CD1 Rear Tailgate Trunk Lid Wiper Motor Unit 5H0955711A

The Volkswagen Golf Mk8 CD1 Rear Hatch Wiper Motor is an original part from the Wiper Motors and Linkages group, designed for the rear body section. It ensures stable drive for the wiper arm, which translates to clear rear visibility and safer maneuvering in daily use. Thanks to its factory design dedicated to the Golf Mk8 CD1, the component maintains proper fitment for vehicle installation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5H0955711A
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5H0955711A
• Substitutable numbers: 5H0955711A, 5H0 955 711 A
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Wiper Motor
• Category: Wiper Linkages, Transmissions & Motors

Purpose and Function in the Vehicle

The motor operates in the rear hatch area, responsible for driving the rear window wiper. Its task is to convert rotational motion into precise, repeatable working movement of the arm, enabling effective removal of water, mud, and debris from the glass surface. Its placement on the rear of the vehicle allows for direct connection to the wiper mechanism, without the need for additional gears or adapters.

Construction and Fitment for Volkswagen Golf Mk8 CD1

The Rear Hatch Wiper Motor for Volkswagen has been designed as a component to work with the factory electrical and mechanical systems of the Golf Mk8 CD1. This means maintaining the correct direction of rotation, operating range, and torque characteristics required by the original wiper mechanism. The construction of the housing and mounting points is adapted to the standard mounting locations in the rear hatch, which simplifies installation and reduces the risk of improper fit.

As a part from the Wiper Motors and Linkages group, the component works with the wiper arm and the vehicle's control system, ensuring cohesive operation of the entire rear window cleaning system. Using an original solution allows for maintaining the operational quality, noise level, and smoothness of movement intended by the manufacturer.

Performance Characteristics and Benefits of Use

Choosing the original rear wiper motor for the Golf Mk8 CD1 translates into several practical benefits in daily operation:

• maintaining proper cooperation with the factory wiper controls,
• stable, repeatable arm movement within the full working range,
• correct fitment to the rear hatch without modifications,
• consistency with other elements of the wiper system.

This provides the driver with predictable system operation in challenging weather conditions, and installation does not require interference with the body structure or electrical system beyond standard connection.

Component Condition and Service Application

The offered motor is a used part, making it an attractive solution for vehicle servicing when maintaining the original construction while optimizing repair costs is a priority. This type of component is suitable for both typical replacement of a worn wiper drive and for repairs after accidents in the rear body section, where restoring the full functionality of the rear window is necessary.

Wiper System Expansion and Additional Materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear window area in your Volkswagen and need other parts from the same group, such as drives, linkages, or levers, check the available parts in the category Volkswagen Wiper Motors and Linkages.

For users considering the use of original used parts, a practical guide to used parts may be useful – find more information in the article Best Used Car Parts – A Guide to the Most Popular Original Parts.

If you are interested in a broader context of operation and potential service costs in other popular models, it is also worth familiarizing yourself with the material on engine units in the 3 series, available here: Faulty BMW E90 Engines: Find Out What Can Ruin Your Budget.