Sliding Door Hinge Ford Transit Mk7 Rear Right O/S Sliding Side Door Mechanism

Sliding Door Hinge Ford Transit Mk7 Rear Right O/S Sliding Side Door Mechanism is an original Ford body component designed for the rear right side of the sliding door. This used OEM hinge ensures a factory-perfect fit, stable door leaf operation, and predictable performance during the daily operation of a commercial vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1705693
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1705693
• Substitutable numbers: 1705693, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Lift Supports, Latches, Hinges & Additional Parts

Purpose and function of the hinge

The presented hinge operates in the rear right section of the sliding door, ensuring its proper guidance within the rails and maintaining the correct geometry of the door leaf. This allows the door to close evenly, without excessive play, which reduces unwanted vibrations and noise while driving.

Using an original hinge in the Ford Transit Mk7 helps maintain the structural integrity of the body, which is important for both user comfort and the durability of the entire sliding door mechanism.

Application in Ford Transit Mk7

The Ford Transit Mk7 is a popular commercial vehicle intensively used in local and long-distance transport, which is why moving parts such as sliding door hinges are particularly prone to wear. Replacing a worn hinge with an original component from the same design series restores proper door operation without the need for modifications to the bodywork or rails.

Proper fitment of the hinge to the rear right side of the vehicle minimizes the risk of door misalignment, which could lead to leaks, difficult closing, or accelerated wear of locks and seals.

Benefits of choosing an original used hinge

Choosing a used, original sliding door hinge for the Ford Transit Mk7 is a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining factory performance parameters. Such a component:

• maintains compatibility with the factory body design,
• ensures predictable fitment with the door and rails,
• reduces the risk of installation problems typical of generic aftermarket replacements.

As a result, the repair is technically sound, and the sliding door mechanism regains its stability and smooth operation.

Condition and installation aspects

The item comes from dismantling and is offered as a used part, which allows for lower service costs while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard inspection of the sliding door mechanism, including rails and locks, to fully utilize the potential of the replaced hinge.

Selecting a hinge dedicated to the rear right side of the vehicle facilitates service work and reduces installation time, as there is no need for additional modifications or fitting the part to the bodywork.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sliding door area in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as locks, additional hinges, or gas struts, check out the available parts in the Gas struts, locks, hinges, and other Ford parts category.

To better plan service work on the drivetrain and understand when it is worth choosing original components from dismantling, check out the guide on our blog: Humming differential? Find out why a used OEM drive axle is a better investment than an uncertain replacement.