Ford Transit Connect Mk1 Stone Chip Protection Front Left N/S 9T16-16A315-AA

Ford Transit Connect Mk1 Stone Chip Protection Front Left N/S is a factory body component from the Mudflaps group, designed to protect the lower part of the bodywork against stone chips and dirt. Thanks to its precise fit for the specific model, it ensures a consistent appearance and stable mounting in the front wheel arch area on the driver's side.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9T16-16A315-AA
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9T16-16A315-A
• Substitutable numbers: 9T16-16A315-A, 9T1616A315A, 4980485
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and function in the bodywork

The presented stone chip protection is a component mounted in the front part of the vehicle on the left side, in the area of the wheel arch and sill. Its task is to limit the direct impact of water, mud, road salt, and small stones on the paint and sheet metal, which helps reduce the risk of corrosion in the critical area of the sills.

Thanks to a design developed specifically for the Ford Transit Connect Mk1, the component works with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the correct body geometry in this part of the vehicle.

Construction and fit for Ford Transit Connect Mk1

The protection has been designed as a part dedicated to a specific generation of the Transit Connect, which translates into proper adhesion to the edges of the wheel arch and sill. The shape and profile are adapted to the body lines, so that after installation, the element creates a cohesive surface with the remaining body panels.

The factory origin from the Ford brand means maintaining appropriate dimensional tolerances, which is important both for aesthetics and for the proper drainage of contaminants from under the front wheel.

Condition, application, and benefits of installation

The item comes from dismantling and is offered as a used part, which allows for economical vehicle repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. It is a practical solution in case of damage to the factory protection due to collision, corrosion, or operation in difficult road conditions.

Installation of such a protection is particularly recommended when:

• the factory protection in the front left wheel arch area is missing,
• the existing element is cracked or deformed,
• after body and paint repairs, it is necessary to restore the completeness of the bodywork.

A properly selected mudflap in this location helps to limit dirt on the side of the bodywork and also improves protection of the lower parts of the door and sill against the intense stream of water and contaminants from under the wheel.

Support with selection and integration with other elements

When replacing the stone chip protection, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the placement on the vehicle (front, left side) and ensuring that the new element works with existing mounts and the wheel arch. Selecting parts from the same construction group facilitates maintaining the factory line of the body edges and minimizes the risk of improper fitment.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch and sill area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, mudflaps, or additional stone chip protections, check the available parts in the Ford Mudflaps category.

Why choose an original Ford element

Using an original stone chip protection from the Mudflaps group allows for maintaining the structural consistency of the bodywork and predictable vehicle behavior in road conditions. An element designed by the vehicle manufacturer is matched to the lines of the fender, sill, and bumper, which is important both for protection and for the car's appearance.

For drivers also considering other aftermarket solutions, an interesting addition to the knowledge about the advantages of original parts from dismantling can be an article describing the practical aspects of using used premium parts – more information can be found in the material: Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from dismantling.