Ford Kuga C394 Mk1 Door Handle Bracket Rear Right O/S 4M51-A266B23-AD

Ford Kuga C394 Mk1 Door Handle Bracket Rear Right O/S is an original component from the Door handles group, designed for the rear right door panel. Precise fitment to the Ford body structure ensures stable mounting of the handle and correct operation of the door opening mechanism. This is a practical solution for users who want to restore the factory functionality of the lock after a collision, wear and tear, or previous improper repair.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1480049
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1480049
• Substitutable numbers: 1480049, 4M51-A266B22-AD, 4M51A266B22AD
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented bracket is dedicated for installation in the rear right body area of the first-generation Ford Kuga. Its placement in the passenger-side rear door area means that the component works with the door handle mechanism responsible for daily opening and closing of the door. This allows for maintaining the correct geometry of the linkage routing and the stability of the entire door handle assembly.

Technical and functional characteristics

The bracket serves as a structural support element for the external door handle, transferring loads resulting from repeated opening and closing of the door. Properly shaped mounting points allow for:

• correct seating of the handle in the door skin,
• maintaining a stable position of the mechanism relative to the lock,
• reducing operating play and unwanted vibrations,
• maintaining consistent handle operation over a long service life.

As a component from the Door handles group, the bracket contributes to the complete system responsible for comfortable and trouble-free use of the rear door, influencing both ergonomics and vehicle safety.

Benefits of using an original Ford component

Using an original bracket dedicated to the Ford Kuga C394 Mk1 allows for maintaining the factory operating parameters of the door opening mechanism. Key advantages include:

• precise geometric fit to the door structure, without the need for modifications or adjusting mounting holes,
• consistency with other door handle system components, which facilitates installation and subsequent adjustment,
• maintaining proper cooperation with the lock and linkages, which reduces the risk of the handle jamming,
• the ability to use existing mounting points in the door, in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications.

As a result, the bracket is a technically safe solution for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged components, or restoring full door functionality after years of operation.

Condition of the component and use in service practice

The offered bracket comes from the used parts group, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where the handle mounts have been damaged, the door structure has been deformed, or there has been previous unprofessional interference with the opening mechanism.

In service practice, the bracket will prove useful both in body and paint shops and in independent workshops specializing in the Ford brand, where installation repeatability, predictable component behavior, and the possibility of quick replacement without additional adaptations are valued.

Repair expansion – other Ford Door handles

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as external handles, internal grips, or additional mounts, check the available parts in the Ford Door handles category.

Technical support and knowledge about modifications

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