Ford Transit Mk8 Wing Mirror Base Door Right O/S Outside BK31-17682-BN5JA6

Ford Transit Mk8 Wing Mirror Base Door Right O/S Outside BK31-17682-BN5JA6 is a component designed for installation in the driver or passenger door (in right-hand drive versions), ensuring stable mounting of the complete mirror assembly. Thanks to its factory geometry and precise fit to the door panel, it provides a functional solution for post-accident repairs, replacing corroded mounts, or professional bodywork restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-BK3117682BN5JA6-1
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: BK3117682BN5JA6
• Substitutable numbers: BK3117682BN5JA6, BK31-17682-BN5JA6, 2474632
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Primed
• Rim width: 5
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The described base is a component from the Exterior mirrors group, responsible for the rigid connection of the mirror to the door on the right side of the vehicle. The design, tailored to the Ford Transit Mk8, allows for maintaining the correct position of the mirror relative to the body, which translates into a proper field of view and maneuvering safety.

The placement on the right side of the vehicle limits the transfer of vibrations from the door to the mirror while providing adequate support for the entire mirror assembly. This is particularly important in commercial vehicles, where mirrors are exposed to frequent dynamic loads and contact with the urban environment.

Finish and preparation for painting

The element is finished in primed color, which means the surface has been factory-primed and prepared for further painting. This solution facilitates visual matching to a specific body version – the painter can apply the target color consistent with the door shade without the need for additional preparation of the raw material.

The primed finish promotes an even paint coating, thus ensuring an aesthetic connection with other side body elements. This is a practical solution for professional body and paint repairs, where both durability and a consistent vehicle appearance are important.

Mounting parameters and fitment

The mirror base has been designed to maintain the correct mounting geometry and compatibility with the Ford Transit Mk8 door structure. The placement on the right side of the vehicle ensures compliance with factory mounting points, which facilitates service work and shortens the replacement time of the damaged component.

The product's technical data also includes information about the rim width, which is important from the perspective of selecting complete body and wheel components for a given vehicle. This makes it easier to maintain the consistency of the car's configuration during major service or modernization work.

Component condition and service application

The mirror base is offered as a used part, making it a reasonable choice for economical vehicle repair, especially in commercial fleets. This type of component works well for:

• replacing a damaged mount after a collision or impact to the mirror,
• door repairs when it is necessary to restore the full functionality of the mirror,
• servicing vehicles used intensively in urban traffic.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory mounting geometry, it is possible to reuse functional mirror glass and housings, which reduces the costs of the entire service operation.

Complementary Ford Exterior mirrors

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side body area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, mirror glass, or complete mirror assemblies, check the available parts in the Ford Exterior mirrors category.

Practical service tips

Before installation, it is worth verifying the compatibility of the element with the specific body version and vehicle configuration, using data such as make, placement on the vehicle, or finish color available in the technical specification. This allows you to avoid fitment problems and ensures proper alignment with the door.

In the case of broader service work, including the drivetrain, guide materials regarding the selection of used components may be helpful. In this context, it is worth reading the article Manual, automatic, or DSG transmission – common faults and a guide to buying a used gearbox, which shows how to consciously approach the purchase of parts from the secondary market.