Ford Focus Mk3 Rear Tailgate Window Wiper Motor Actuator F1EB-17K441-AA

Ford Focus Mk3 Rear Tailgate Window Wiper Motor Actuator is an original component from the Wiper motors and linkages group, designed for operation in the rear part of the vehicle body. It ensures stable drive for the wiper arm, which translates into safe rear visibility during daily use. This solution is dedicated to users looking for a proven, used component with factory mounting geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: F1EB17K441AA
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: F1EB-17K441-AA
• Substitutable numbers: F1EB-17K441-AA, F1EB17K441AA
• 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 tailgate area, responsible for driving the rear window wiper. Its task is to ensure smooth, uniform movement of the arm so that water, mud, and debris are effectively removed from the glass surface. Thanks to its factory fit for the Ford Focus Mk3 design, the component works with the original mounting, electrical installation, and drive transmission mechanism, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of compatibility issues.

Construction and performance parameters

The motor belongs to the Wiper motors and linkages group, which means it has been designed to work in demanding external conditions – under variable temperatures, moisture, and mechanical loads. The housing and drive shaft are adapted to work with the factory wiper arm and tailgate seals. Key performance features of this component include:

• dedicated placement in the rear of the vehicle,
• mounting geometry designed for a specific model,
• adaptation to work in intermittent and continuous cycles, in accordance with the vehicle's control logic.

Condition and benefits of choosing a used component

The offered motor is in used condition, which allows for combining reasonable purchase costs with maintaining the manufacturer's original design. For many users, this is a practical alternative to new replacements, especially in the case of maintenance repairs in older vehicles. Choosing a used OEM component allows you to:

• maintain the structural consistency of the wiper system,
• preserve factory mounting points and operating characteristics,
• reduce repair costs while maintaining proper functionality. If you want to learn more about the arguments for using used drive components, it is worth reading the expert guide Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths, which discusses, among other things, selecting parts by OEM numbers and the economic aspects of such solutions.

Selection, installation, and technical aspects

The motor was designed by the Ford brand for direct cooperation with the factory electrical installation and the rear wiper mechanism. Thanks to this, installation usually comes down to removing the old component, transferring the connectors, and bolting the new motor into the existing mounting points. Before installation, it is worth paying attention to:

• the condition of the wiper arm and axle,
• the efficiency of joints and linkages cooperating with the motor,
• the tightness of the grommets in the tailgate to limit the impact of moisture. Such an approach allows you to restore full functionality of the rear window cleaning system in one service operation and reduce the risk of further interventions.

Expanding the wiper system in a Ford

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear window area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional motors, linkages, or drive transmission elements, check the available parts in the Ford wiper motors and linkages category. If you are considering when it pays to reach for original elements, and when for replacements or used ones, the guide Original, replacement, or used – which car parts are the most profitable? will be helpful, in which you will find a comparison of costs, quality, and fit using OEM numbers.