The Ford Ranger Mk3 Right Rear Window Seal is an original body part from the window seals and trim category, designed for installation on the right rear side of the vehicle. It ensures a watertight fit for the window, limits water and noise ingress into the interior, and helps maintain stable operating conditions for body elements around the window.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 2450987
- Mark: Ford
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 2450987
- Substitutable numbers: 2450987, AB39-26246A32-AG, AB3926246A32AG
- Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
- Part type: Window Seal
- Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims
Purpose and Function of the Right Rear Window Seal
The offered Ford Ranger Mk3 Right Rear Window Seal has been designed as a component tailored to the specific body geometry. Its profile allows for proper guidance of the window edge and stable adhesion to the window frame, which translates to:
- Reduced water penetration into the cabin in the right rear window area.
- Reduced wind noise during high-speed driving.
- Stable window seating in the body opening, supporting the rigidity of this part of the bodywork.
- Improved thermal insulation in the rear part of the vehicle.
Its placement on the right rear side of the vehicle allows for precise identification of the part when selecting components for a specific Ford Ranger Mk3 body version.
Construction and Fit for Ford Ranger Mk3
This seal belongs to the group of body elements referred to as window seals and trim, meaning it has been developed for direct contact with the window and window frame. The rubber profile is shaped to:
- Precisely adhere to the edges of the window and bodywork in the right rear part of the vehicle.
- Maintain flexibility necessary to compensate for minor body deformations during driving and suspension operation.
- Ensure even pressure along the entire contact perimeter, which limits localized leaks.
Thanks to its construction, consistent with factory solutions used in the Ford Ranger Mk3, the seal works with original mounting points and the shape of the window frame, facilitating installation and subsequent use.
Characteristics of a Used Part
The offered seal is a used part, which means it comes from a dismantled vehicle and has been previously in use. Such components are often chosen in situations where:
- Compliance with factory standards for the part's installation and shape is important.
- A part with a known origin is needed, tailored to a specific vehicle model and generation.
- The replacement is for service purposes, e.g., after mechanical damage or wear of the existing seal.
A used right rear window seal can be a beneficial solution for post-accident repairs, replacements after bodywork and painting, or when addressing leaks in the right rear window area.
Benefits of Using an Original Ford Seal
Choosing an original seal from the Ford window seals and trim group helps maintain the structural integrity of the bodywork and predictable vehicle behavior during operation. Key advantages include:
- Factory fit for Ford Ranger Mk3 – no need for modifications or profile adjustments.
- Compatibility with the original window and window frame elements on the right rear side.
- Maintaining the bodywork's sealing in the right rear window area, contributing to acoustic comfort and interior protection.
If you also need other elements from the same group, e.g., for other windows, it is worth considering selecting a set of seals from the same product line to maintain consistent operating parameters for the entire system.
If you are looking for other window seals and trim for Ford, check out the Ford window seals and trim available in our store to select the appropriate parts for other windows and body areas.
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