Ford Transit TTG Rear Door Striker Lock Latch Catch DT11V441A09AA

Ford Transit TTG Rear Door Striker Lock Latch Catch is a component from the Locks and Latches group, designed for the rear body section of popular Ford commercial vehicle models. The precise design of the striker ensures stable closing of the rear door wings, which translates into safe use of the cargo space and reduces unwanted play in the locking system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: DT11V441A09AA
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: DT11V441A09AA
• Substitutable numbers: DT11V441A09AA, DT11-V441A09-AA, DT11 V441A09 AA, 1824818
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented striker is designed for installation in the rear body zone, where it is responsible for mechanical door locking and proper cooperation with the lock. Its task is to keep the door wings in a stable position after closing, which reduces vibrations, noise, and the risk of accidental opening during intensive use of the commercial vehicle.

Its location in the rear of the vehicle means that the component operates in demanding conditions – with frequent opening and closing, load changes, and exposure to dirt. Using a dedicated striker allows for maintaining proper door closing geometry and correct seal adhesion.

Benefits of using an original Ford component

The striker comes from the Ford parts line, which means maintaining factory mounting and mechanism operating parameters. In practice, this translates into:

• precise fit to the lock and hinges in the rear body zone,
• proper cooperation with the existing door installation,
• reduction of the need for additional adjustments after installation.

Thanks to this, replacing a worn or damaged component with an original striker allows for restoring consistent operation of the entire locking system, which is important both from the point of view of cargo safety and the comfort of daily vehicle operation.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered striker is a used part, which in the commercial vehicle segment is often a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are often chosen for:

• post-accident repairs of the rear body section,
• eliminating play and knocking in the rear doors,
• restoring proper closing after intensive fleet operation.

Using an original striker from the same design group allows for avoiding problems typical of replacements with similar, but not identical, mounting dimensions.

Professional installation and operation

To fully utilize the potential of this component, installation by a person with experience in working with rear door assemblies in Ford commercial vehicles is recommended. Correct positioning of the striker relative to the lock and hinges allows for:

• minimizing stress in the door structure,
• achieving uniform wing adhesion,
• ensuring smooth locking without excessive closing force.

After installation, it is worth verifying the gap line and lock operation by opening and closing it several times to ensure that the system works in a repeatable and stable manner.

Expanding the Ford locking system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear door zone in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional strikers, catches, or lock mechanisms, check the available parts in the Ford Locks and Latches category.

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