Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Sliding Door Striker Lock Catch 9T16-V44163-AB

Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Sliding Door Striker Lock Catch is an original component from the Locks and Latches group, designed for the stable locking of side sliding doors. This part was engineered by Ford to ensure secure door closure and repeatable, trouble-free operation of the mechanism in daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9T16V44163AB
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9T16V44163AB
• Substitutable numbers: 9T16V44163AB, 9T16-V44163-AB
• Location on the vehicle: Right, Left
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and function of the component

The presented striker is a factory component responsible for precise positioning and locking of the sliding door in the Ford Transit Connect Mk2. It works in conjunction with the door lock mechanism, ensuring the door panel is properly pulled against the body and reducing play while driving, which translates into acoustic comfort and structural stability.

The element works on both the right and left sides, which facilitates part selection during vehicle service and allows for consistent restoration of the factory door closure geometry.

Construction and fitment for Ford Transit Connect Mk2

The striker lock catch has been developed as a Ford OEM part, ensuring compatibility with factory mounting points and the door guidance line. The construction is adapted to the loads typical of intensively used commercial vehicles, where frequent opening and closing of doors requires durable and repeatable operation of the locking mechanism.

The properly shaped working surface interacts with the door catch, minimizing the risk of incomplete closure and reducing wear on adjacent components. As a result, replacing a worn striker allows for restoring the correct operating line of the sliding door without the need for interference with other sub-assemblies.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The component is adapted for installation on the right or left side of the body, which increases flexibility in various sliding door configurations of the Transit Connect Mk2. This solution simplifies service logistics and reduces the number of part variants needed in the workshop.

Replacing the striker usually involves removing the old element and installing the new one in the existing mounting points, while maintaining factory settings. After correctly adjusting the position relative to the door and body, it is possible to achieve even pressure and smooth closing without excessive force.

Performance characteristics and advantages of use

The original Ford sliding door striker lock catch provides:

• stable locking of the door panel while driving, reducing vibration and noise,
• repeatable, predictable closing, essential for frequent vehicle use at work,
• compliance with factory body geometry, which facilitates adjustment and service,
• consistency with other elements from the Locks and Latches group in this model.

This solution is suitable both for replacing a worn or damaged striker and for comprehensive maintenance of sliding door mechanisms in vehicles used intensively in local transport or distribution.

Part condition and benefits of choosing used OEM

The offered striker comes from the used Ford OEM parts group, which means it is an original component removed from a vehicle, not a replacement of uncertain specification. In practice, this allows for maintaining factory fitment and mechanism performance characteristics while optimizing service costs.

If you are considering whether a new or used part is a better choice for your needs, the article comparing both options may be helpful – you can find a detailed discussion in the material New or used? A comparison of car part costs and quality.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sliding door lock area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as catches, bolts, or closing mechanisms, check the available parts in the Ford Locks and Latches category.