Ford Transit Connect Hood Bonnet Hinge Front Right O/S Frozen White - Z2 16800AE

Ford Transit Connect Hood Bonnet Hinge Front Right O/S Frozen White is an original body component from the Hinges, locks and other hood parts group, designed for operation in the front right section of the vehicle. It ensures stable hood guidance, proper opening geometry, and secure closing, which is important for both ease of use and the protection of engine compartment components. The hinge is offered in the attractive Frozen White - Z2 color, which facilitates visual matching to the factory body paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1353597-FW
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1353597
• Substitutable numbers: 1353597, 16800AE, 2T1416800AE, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Frozen White - Z2
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the hood hinge

The presented hinge is designed to operate in the front body area on the right side, where it is responsible for precise hood guidance during opening and closing. A correctly selected component in this location:

• stabilizes the hood when lifting and lowering,
• reduces unwanted play and vibrations,
• ensures repeatable positioning relative to the fenders and the front panel,
• reduces the risk of damage to the hood edges and paint.

Thanks to a design consistent with factory solutions, the hinge works with the standard lock mechanism and other hood mounting elements, which makes it easier to maintain the correct body line.

Original origin and fitment for Ford

The component comes from the Ford line, which means that factory mounting points and operating geometry are maintained. For the user and the service center, this translates into:

• easier adjustment of gaps between the hood and adjacent panels,
• compatibility with standard bolts and mounts,
• no need for structural modifications within the front panel area.

Original origin is particularly important in the case of moving body parts, where even small dimensional deviations can cause problems with closing or the hood rubbing against adjacent parts.

Visual characteristics – Frozen White - Z2 color

The hinge is finished in Frozen White - Z2, which facilitates integration with a body painted in the same tone. In practice, this means:

• better visual matching in the cowl area and hood edges,
• reduced need for additional painting while maintaining the correct condition of the coating,
• a consistent look of the engine compartment when the hood is open.

For workshops and users who care about the aesthetics of the engine compartment, this is a beneficial solution that allows for shortening the vehicle preparation time after body repairs.

Used condition and practical assembly benefits

The offered hood hinge is a used component, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the original Ford design. Compared to low-budget replacements, using a dismantled part with factory specifications often ensures:

• better fitment with the existing hood and body,
• preservation of the hinge operating characteristics intended by the manufacturer,
• reduced risk of adjustment problems after installation.

This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs, where both cost and the ability to quickly restore full functionality to the front part of the vehicle are important.

Selection and additional technical information

To correctly select the hinge for a specific version of the Ford Transit Connect, it is worth using OEM markings and interchangeable numbers visible in the technical specification. This facilitates verification of compatibility with the model year, body version, and hood configuration. In case of doubt, the selection can be additionally confirmed based on vehicle data or by comparing it with the dismantled component.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the hood and front panel area in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or brackets, check the available parts in the Ford hinges, locks and other hood parts category.

For broader work on the body and suspension, it is also worth checking out the guide on selecting used components, their construction, and their impact on driving safety – you will find a detailed discussion in the article "Standard vs. sports suspension – differences in construction and is it worth buying used suspension parts?".