Skoda Fabia 6Y Mk1 Door Lock Latch Mechanism Rear Right O/S 6Y0839016

Skoda Fabia 6Y Mk1 Door Lock Latch Mechanism Rear Right O/S is an original component from the Locks and latches group, designed for the rear right side of the vehicle body. It ensures secure door locking, proper cooperation with the door handle mechanism, and stable operation of the opening and closing system during daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6Y0839016
• Mark: Skoda
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6Y0839016
• Substitutable numbers: 6Y0839016, 6Y0 839 016
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Door Lock
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and function of the lock

The presented lock is dedicated to the rear right door of the first-generation Skoda Fabia. It is responsible for mechanical locking, unlocking, and keeping the door in a stable position once closed, which translates into user comfort and proper door closure.

Thanks to its factory design, the lock works with the standard door handle mechanism and rods, maintaining correct operating geometry and predictable performance in various operating conditions.

Construction and technical fitment

The component has been designed as part of the Skoda door locking system, maintaining the appropriate body shape, mounting points, and sockets for factory screws and rods. Such fitment limits the need for modifications and allows for installation in place of the original lock.

Its placement on the vehicle in the rear right part of the body means the lock is structurally adapted to the specific door layout, its weight, and the routing of harnesses and rods, which contributes to the stable and repeatable operation of the mechanism.

Condition and benefits of using a used lock

The offered lock comes from the secondary market, which allows for combining reasonable cost with the preservation of the manufacturer's original design. A used component of this type is often chosen for maintenance repairs when the existing lock has suffered mechanical wear or damage.

Using an original lock from the secondary market helps maintain the technical integrity of the vehicle, preserve factory door fitment, and avoid problems with imprecise mechanism operation, which are typical for randomly selected replacements.

Practical installation tips

When replacing the lock, it is recommended to check the condition of the hinges, handle, and rods so that the new component can operate in a properly aligned door system. Proper tightening of the mounting points and adjustment of the door position relative to the body affect the operating quality of the lock and reduce the risk of improper closing.

It is also worth paying attention to the condition of seals and guides, as proper door fitment against the body supports even loading of the locking mechanism and stable closing in the long term.

Expansion of the lock system in Skoda

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Skoda and need other components from the same group, such as locking mechanisms, cylinders, or additional mounting elements, check the available parts in the Skoda Locks and latches category.

More about using used parts

If you want to better understand how to consciously use used components when refreshing older cars and are planning broader modernization work, the article describing practical renovation scenarios using secondary market parts may be helpful: The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years.