Jaguar X-Type X400 Door Drip Moulding Finisher Estate Front Right O/S C2S49743

Jaguar X-Type X400 Door Drip Moulding Finisher Estate Front Right O/S is an original body component designed to protect the door edge and effectively drain water from the upper part of the door opening. Thanks to its precise fit to the estate body, it ensures stable water drainage, reduces the risk of moisture ingress, and improves acoustic comfort inside the vehicle. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the factory sealing and aesthetics of the side body section of their Jaguar.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: C2S49743
• Mark: Jaguar
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: C2S49743
• Substitutable numbers: C2S49743, 1X4354208A96AL, 1X43-54208A96-AL
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Door Seal
• Category: Door Seals

Purpose and function of the component

The described drip moulding is intended for installation on the front right door of the estate body, in the upper area of the door opening. Its function is to:

• direct water runoff from the roof and the pillar above the door,
• limit water leakage onto the door seals,
• support the operation of the sealing system in the door area,
• maintain the correct geometry of the door edge relative to the body. Such a solution contributes to stable protection against moisture and reduces the risk of corrosion at critical points where the door meets the bodywork.

Construction and fitment for the Jaguar X-Type X400 body

The drip moulding has been designed specifically for the geometry of the Jaguar X-Type X400 estate body, taking into account the shape of the pillar, the door profile, and the factory mounting points. Thanks to this:

• it ensures a secure fit in the front right door area,
• it maintains the correct body edge line,
• it does not require any interference with the body structure during installation. The appropriate profiling translates into a visually consistent appearance of the side body section and proper interaction with other sealing elements in the door area.

Benefits of using the original drip moulding

Using a dedicated drip moulding in the Jaguar X-Type X400 estate brings a number of practical operational benefits:

• maintaining factory sealing in the upper door edge area,
• limiting the ingress of water and contaminants into the seal space,
• reducing airflow noise in the door area at higher speeds,
• preserving the original styling line of the side body section. For users who care about the condition of the bodywork, it is important that a correctly selected drip moulding supports long-term protection of the door edge and improves the comfort of daily vehicle operation.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The component is intended for installation on the front right side of the vehicle, in the passenger door area. This placement requires following the correct sequence of work when removing and installing adjacent body components so as not to damage existing seals. In practice, installation comes down to:

• correct positioning of the moulding relative to the door edge and pillar,
• checking the adhesion to the body surface,
• checking the door operation after installation for tightness and lack of rubbing. This approach allows for maintaining the consistency of the entire door sealing system and ensures proper water drainage from the upper part of the door opening.

Condition and use in body repair

The used door drip moulding is a good solution for accident repairs, replacing damaged body components, or restoring full functionality of the sealing system in older Jaguar X-Type X400 estate models. In practice, this allows for:

• recreating the factory door edge line,
• replacing a missing or damaged moulding component,
• reducing repair costs while maintaining the original design. For body shops and service centers specializing in the Jaguar brand, this is a functional body component that enables repairs consistent with the manufacturer's original concept. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Jaguar and need other elements from the same group, such as additional mouldings, sealing profiles, or drip moulding components, check the available parts in the Jaguar door seals category. For users interested in a broader approach to the operation of premium class cars and the impact of original used parts on vehicle durability, the article dedicated to the BMW brand may be helpful – BMW – sports performance and precision. How do original used parts extend the life of a Bavarian icon?, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting components by catalog numbers and their impact on long-term operation.