Ford Transit Custom Front Rear Door Grab Handle Panther Black - D9

Ford Transit Custom Front Rear Door Grab Handle Panther Black is an original component from the Door handles group, designed for use in both the front and rear door areas. The handle in the elegant Panther Black Metallic – D9 color ensures a consistent body appearance and proper door opening functionality in your Ford.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: AM51-U22404-CAW-PBL1
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: AM51-U22404-CAW
• Substitutable numbers: 1738727, AM51-U22404-CAXWAA, AM51U22404CAXWAA, AM51-U22404-CAW, AM51U22404CAW, AM51-U218B08, AM51U218B08
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear
• Part type: Door Handle
• Color: Panther Black Metallic - D9
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and function of the door handle

The presented door handle has been designed to maintain the factory ergonomics of door operation in the Ford Transit Custom. The component operates in the exterior area of the body, providing a secure grip when opening and closing the front and rear doors. This allows the driver and passengers to use the doors in a predictable manner, consistent with the original design specifications. The handle is part of the system responsible for the mechanical control of the lock, which is why its correct selection is important for the comfort of daily vehicle operation and for maintaining the proper performance of the entire door assembly.

Color and visual fit

The finish in Panther Black Metallic – D9 allows for an aesthetic match to the factory body paint in this shade. The metallic black blends well with both dark and lighter body elements, ensuring the handle does not stand out in an undesirable way against the other panels. Choosing the right handle color is not only important visually but also practically – it reduces the need for additional painting and speeds up the replacement process. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or spot restoration of the door area.

Technical and assembly characteristics

The handle belongs to the Door handles group, meaning it has been designed to work with the factory lock mechanism and the door panel structure of the Ford Transit Custom. Using an original solution from the same product line allows for maintaining proper fitment with the door sheet metal, moldings, and other exterior elements. The placement on the vehicle covers both the front and rear, which makes it easier to match the handle to the specific mounting position on the vehicle. As a result, it can be used for individual door repairs or for broader modernization of the side body area, maintaining stylistic and functional consistency.

Condition of the item and practical application

The offered door handle is a used part, which allows for economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original construction and character of the part. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for commercial vehicles, where reasonable service costs are important while maintaining proper door functionality. Choosing an original handle from the Door handles group promotes the proper operation of the opening mechanism and minimizes the risk of fitment issues that may occur with non-original parts.

Support in selection and configuration expansion

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 exterior handles, interior door handles, or additional control elements, check the available parts in the Ford Door handles category. For users interested in a broader approach to original used parts and service cost optimization, an article describing the advantages of using factory components in premium class vehicles may be helpful – more information can be found in the material Mercedes – comfort, prestige, and durability. Why is it worth choosing original used parts?.