Ford Puma St Cf7 Front Door Lock Rod Latch Cable Wire N/S L1TB-A218A00-AA

Ford Puma St Cf7 Front Door Lock Rod Latch Cable Wire N/S is a component from the Locks and latches group, designed to control the locking mechanism of the front left door. A properly selected cable ensures reliable transmission of movement from the handle or lock to the latching mechanism, which translates into trouble-free opening and closing of the door. This is a practical solution for users who want to restore the proper operation of the door in their Ford while maintaining the factory design.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2407317
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2407317
• Substitutable numbers: 2407317, L1TB-A218A00-AA, L1TBA218A00AA
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and function of the door lock cable

The presented lock cable is designed to work in the front part of the vehicle, on the left side, where it is responsible for the mechanical connection between the handle and the door lock. Thanks to proper routing and matched length, it enables smooth locking and unlocking without excessive resistance or play. A properly selected element from the Locks and latches group is crucial for the comfort of daily car use and for maintaining the correct operation of the entire door mechanism.

Benefits of using an original Ford solution

The door lock cable dedicated to Ford has been developed with the aim of maintaining the factory routing geometry and appropriate operating characteristics. Using a component that is structurally consistent with the original solution:

• reduces the risk of improper closing or opening of the door,
• ensures predictable operation of the lock mechanism over a long period of use,
• facilitates installation without the need to modify other door components. For the user, this means stable operation of the locking system and consistency with other body elements.

Installation and operational characteristics

Its location in the front zone of the vehicle on the driver's side means that the cable operates in one of the most frequently used areas of the body. The proper selection of this element affects:

• the comfort of operating the inner and outer handle,
• repeatability of lock operation during frequent door opening,
• reduction of excessive play in the locking mechanism. An element from this group is particularly important in vehicles used intensively in urban traffic, where the driver's door is used many times throughout the day. The use of the appropriate cable allows for maintaining the consistent operation of the entire locking system.

Application in the Ford lock and latch system

The door lock cable works with other components of the locking system, creating a complete path for transmitting movement from the handle to the lock. A correctly selected element of this type helps to reduce the need for mechanism adjustment and reduces the loads acting on the lock. This is particularly important in the case of vehicles where the goal is to maintain the original functionality and ergonomics of door operation. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door lock area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as cylinders, actuators, or latching mechanisms, check the available parts in the Ford Locks and latches category. For those interested in a broader context of solutions used in luxury cars and the impact of body and equipment design on vehicle operation, an article discussing the development of one of the key premium segment sedans may be helpful – Evolution of the Mercedes S-Class: from W140 to W222 – innovations, model differences, and Mercedes auto parts over the years.