VW Volkswagen Caddy SB Sliding Door Contact Plate Connector Unit 2K7843189B

VW Volkswagen Caddy SB Sliding Door Contact Plate Connector Unit is a specialized component from the Locks and latches group, responsible for a reliable electrical connection in the sliding side door area. This part is designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle body, ensuring a stable contact between the body wiring and the door. This solution allows for the proper operation of electrical systems integrated with the sliding doors.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2K7843189B
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2K7843189B
• Substitutable numbers: 2K7843189B, 2K7 843 189 B, 2K7 843 189 E, 2K7843189E, 2K7 843 551 D, 2K7843551D
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Door Lock
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and technical function

The sliding door contact plate in the Volkswagen Caddy SB model is responsible for the safe transmission of electrical signals between the vehicle body and the movable door panel. Its placement on the left side of the vehicle allows for precise alignment with the factory mounting points and the wiring harness in this area. By using an original solution from the Volkswagen group, compatibility with the factory installation and correct interaction with the vehicle's electronics are maintained.

Construction and mounting fitment

The element is designed as a contact plate dedicated to sliding doors, with appropriately positioned contact points. The construction intended for the specific Caddy SB body model facilitates installation in the original mounting holes without the need for modifications. The use of the correct shape and spacing of the contacts reduces the risk of looseness, abrasion, and unstable electrical connections during repeated opening and closing of the doors.

Benefits of using an original contact plate

Using a dedicated contact plate in the sliding doors translates into:

• more reliable electrical signal conduction in the movable connection zone,
• maintaining compliance with the factory locking and latching system,
• reducing problems with intermittent power loss in components located in the doors,
• easier diagnostics of potential faults in the sliding door circuit.

For the user, this means more stable operation of electrical systems in the side doors and a lower risk of failures resulting from improper contact.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered contact plate is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows for maintaining factory fitment while optimizing repair costs. Choosing an original component from the Locks and latches group is particularly important for elements responsible for locking security and reliable electrical connections in moving parts of the body.

Expanding the locking system in Volkswagen Caddy

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side sliding door area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as locking mechanisms, strikers, or guides, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen Locks and latches category.

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