Ford B-Max Rear Wheel Arch Cover Panel Rear Right O/S AV11-R278B50-AD

Ford B-Max Rear Wheel Arch Cover Panel Rear Right O/S is an original body component designed for installation in the rear right section of the vehicle. As part of the Mud Flaps group, it effectively limits dirt and water spray thrown by the wheel, improving protection for the bodywork and suspension components. This is a practical solution for users who want to keep the wheel arch area in better operational condition.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: AV11-R278B50-AD
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: AV11-R278B50-AD
• Substitutable numbers: AV11-R278B50-AD, AV11R278B50AD
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Splash Guard
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and function in the Ford B-Max body

The described Ford B-Max Rear Wheel Arch Cover Panel Rear Right O/S has been designed specifically for use in the Ford B-Max model, taking into account the body geometry and the wheel arch edge profile. The component is mounted in the rear part of the vehicle on the passenger side, where it is responsible for:

• limiting direct contact of mud, water, and small stones with the wheel arch surface,
• reducing the risk of accelerated corrosion around the wheel arch edge,
• protecting adjacent suspension components and body mounts from heavy soiling.

Thanks to its fitment for the specific Ford model, the cover works with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and ensures stable seating in the wheel arch.

Construction and fitment of the wheel arch component

The wheel arch cover has been developed as a component structurally compliant with Ford's factory standards, which translates into proper adhesion to the body edge and compatibility with other covers in the rear axle area. Precise fitment to the rear right side minimizes the risk of looseness, vibrations, or unwanted noises while driving.

The arrangement of mounting holes and the shape of the edges have been adapted to serial mounts, allowing the component to be used as a direct replacement for the factory wheel arch cover. Such a solution facilitates service, shortens replacement time, and allows for maintaining the structural consistency of the bodywork.

Benefits of using a mud flap in the rear right part of the vehicle

Using this cover in the Ford B-Max brings a number of practical operational benefits, especially in conditions of intensive vehicle use:

• Better body protection – limiting the direct impact of water, road salt, and contaminants on the wheel arch edge.
• Support for the durability of suspension elements – less dirt in the area of mounts and components working near the wheel.
• Maintaining a more aesthetic appearance of the wheel arch zone – reduction of mud splashing onto the side parts of the body.
• Compatibility with factory geometry – no need for modifications or "forced" fitting of the component.

For users who operate the car in varied road conditions, such a cover constitutes a functional supplement to the protection of the rear body section.

Product characteristics and service application

The Ford B-Max Rear Wheel Arch Cover Panel Rear Right O/S, as an element from the Mud Flaps category, will prove useful both during standard replacement of a damaged part and during work related to refreshing the wheel arch zone after body and paint repairs. The product can be used in:

• accident repairs, when the original cover has been mechanically damaged,
• preventive maintenance, when the existing component is worn or deformed,
• upgrading wheel arch protection in vehicles operated in more difficult road conditions.

Proper placement on the vehicle (rear, right side) allows for unambiguous identification of the mounting zone and avoids mistakes when selecting parts during service.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch zone in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, mud flaps, or protective panels, check the available parts in the Ford Mud Flaps category.

Additional technical and operational information

As a body component intended for the rear right part of the vehicle, the Ford B-Max Rear Wheel Arch Cover Panel Rear Right O/S is particularly important in the context of protecting the wheel zone, where there is intense exposure to external factors. Proper installation, maintaining all mounting points, ensures stability and correct drainage of contaminants from the wheel area.

For users interested in a broader context of protection and operation of components in the area of wheels and suspension, a guide material describing the principles of caring for key chassis components may be helpful – details can be found in the article Suspension system – a comprehensive guide to shock absorbers, control arms, and stabilizers.