The Dorman window motor 742-150 is a window lift motor that drives the regulator to raise and lower the glass. It is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality when the factory motor fails. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1980-1985 Chevrolet Impala, 1979-1983 Chevrolet Malibu and 1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list. It is cataloged for front-left, front-right, rear-left and rear-right window positions across the listed applications.
- Direct replacement: Designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on the listed applications.
- Ideal solution: When a factory motor fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this motor is engineered and tested to help restore original equipment functionality.
- Durable construction: Designed and built to strict specifications for reliable performance.
- Trustworthy quality: Supported by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience.
What's included: The window lift motor with its window lift gear, plus mounting screws and nuts. Mounting hardware is included. The window regulator and wiring harness are not included.
Connection: Plug-in connector. The motor is not micro-controlled and has no embedded logic.
Signs this part may need replacing: A window that moves slowly, stops partway or does not move when the switch is pressed. Because the switch, fuse, wiring or regulator can cause the same symptoms, diagnose the cause before replacing the motor.
Country of origin: China.
Interchange: 42-16 · 82-144 · 42-144 · 42-19 · 42-23 · 22-0013
4216 · 82144 · 42144 · 4219 · 4223 · 220013 · 11M23 · 82458 · WLM1001 · 12362900 · 12362901 · 12487630 · 12497971 · 16629278 · 22030651 · 22030652 · 22039707 · 22062528 · 24015712 · 72458 · WL42000 · WMO1229LR
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
11M23, 82458, 42-16, 82-144, 42-144, 42-19, 42-23, WLM1001, 12362900, 12362901, 12487630, 12497971, 16629278, 22030651, 22030652, 22039707, 22062528, 24015712, 72458, WL42000, 22-0013, WMO1229LR
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Dorman power window motor do?
It powers the window regulator that raises and lowers the glass. When a factory motor fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this unit is designed to help restore original equipment function.
Can I use this as a 1980-1985 Chevy Impala window motor?
Yes. It is a direct-fit replacement for the 1980-1985 Chevrolet Impala, and it is also listed for the 1979-1983 Chevrolet Malibu and 1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
What comes in the box?
The window lift motor with its window lift gear, plus mounting screws and nuts. The window regulator and wiring harness are not included.
How does the motor connect to the vehicle?
It uses a plug-in electrical connector and is not micro-controlled. No wiring harness is included with the motor.
What are signs the window motor may need replacing?
A window that moves slowly, stops partway or won't move when the switch is pressed may point to a failing motor. Check the switch, fuse, wiring and regulator before replacing it.
