MK3 Jetta, Golf, GTI & Cabrio Front Wiper Motor & Linkage Assembly — 1HM955023C

Vintage OEM front wiper motor and mechanical linkage assembly originally supplied to Volkswagen by Bosch. The 1H prefix designates this part as strictly MK3 generation equipment — a complete combined unit including both the electrical wiper motor and the full metal transmission linkage bracket. Most North American units were assembled in Mexico at VW’s Puebla production ecosystem.

⚡ Specs & Features

• Manufacturer: Bosch (original VW supplier)
• Complete Assembly: Includes both the wiper motor and the full mechanical metal linkage/transmission — everything needed for a direct swap
• Platform: MK3 generation (1H-prefix parts family)
• Origin: Predominantly manufactured in Mexico (VW Puebla)

🚗 Exact Vehicle Compatibility

• Volkswagen Jetta MK3: 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, and early 1999 (Old Body Style)
• Volkswagen Golf MK3: 1993–1999
• Volkswagen GTI MK3: 1993–1999
• Volkswagen Cabrio MK3: 1993–1999

⚠️ Common MK3 Wiper Failures (Why You’re Here)

• The “Slow Motion” Pivot Bind: The most infamous MK3 wiper issue. Road salt, water, and debris bypass the rubber seals on the outer wiper arm spindle shafts. The metal corrodes inside the brass bushings, causing the linkage to bind — wipers sweep painfully slowly or stop dead mid-windshield.
• Stripped Plastic Bushings: The linkage rod connection points use plastic snap-on ball-and-socket joints. With age, the plastic turns brittle and snaps — the motor spins freely while the wiper blades don’t move at all.

Why V DUB HUB

• ✔ Genuine Bosch / OEM Volkswagen — not aftermarket
• ✔ Inspected before listing
• ✔ Complete assembly — motor + linkage included
• ✔ MK3 vintage VW specialist

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