Ford Transit Mk7 Rear Door Lock Right Latch Actuator Right O/S YC15-V43288-FP

Ford Transit Mk7 Rear Door Lock Right Latch Actuator is an original component from the Locks and latches group, designed for the rear right side of the vehicle body. It ensures secure locking of the door leaf, stable operation with the central locking actuator, and proper door closing during daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1818797-1
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1818797
• Substitutable numbers: 1818797, YC15-V43288-FR, YC15V43288FR
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Door Lock
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented lock is dedicated to the rear right part of the Ford Transit Mk7 body, where it is responsible for mechanical locking and interaction with the lock control system. The design combines the function of a latch and an actuator, which allows for efficient opening and closing of the door both with the key and via the central locking system. Thanks to the precise fit to the factory mounting points and door geometry, this component helps maintain the correct closing line of the door leaf, reduces play, and minimizes the risk of improper closing or accidental opening while driving.

Construction and advantages of using an original lock

The lock combines the locking mechanism and the part interacting with the actuator in one housing, which simplifies installation and service. The original design ensures:

• consistency with the factory central locking system and electrical installation,
• proper interaction with door handles and rods,
• appropriate latch operating characteristics – without excessive resistance and with a clear closing point. Choosing an original element from the Locks and latches group reduces the risk of compatibility issues, shortens installation time, and facilitates subsequent diagnostics of any faults in the locking system.

Placement on the vehicle and installation aspects

The element is designed for installation in the rear right part of the body, which is important both in terms of the housing shape and the direction of the mechanism's operation. In practice, this means that:

• mounting points are matched to the factory holes in the door panel,
• the mechanism works with the appropriate system of rods and handles for this side of the vehicle,
• there is no need for bodywork modifications or mounting adaptations. By maintaining the original geometry, after correct installation, the lock allows for repeatable, predictable door closing, which affects user comfort and limits the transmission of vibrations and noise into the vehicle interior.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered lock is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which in practice allows combining a favorable purchase cost with the preservation of the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of solution is particularly attractive for intensively used commercial vehicles, where both reliability and repair economy count. In the case of original used components, a significant advantage is the preservation of the factory operating parameters of the mechanism and full compatibility with the vehicle's locking system, without the need for additional modifications or adaptations.

Support in selection and knowledge expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door lock zone in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as locking mechanisms, cylinders, or central locking actuators, check the available parts in the Ford Locks and latches category. To better understand why choosing original, used components matters for the future value of the vehicle, it is worth reading the article: Original used parts vs. resale price – how not to lose money?.