Ford Kuga C520 Front Door Check Strap Limiter Left Right N/O/S CJ54-S23552-AA

Ford Kuga C520 Front Door Check Strap Limiter Left Right is an original component from the Gas springs, locks, hinges and other parts group, designed for operation in the vehicle's front doors. It ensures a controlled opening range for the door leaf, stabilizes its position, and limits unwanted movement during entry and exit. This is a precisely fitted structural component that restores the proper operation of the door mechanism in your Ford.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5162691
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5162691
• Substitutable numbers: 5162691, CJ54-S23552-AA, CJ54S23552AA
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Part type: Door Hinge
• Category: Lift Supports, Latches, Hinges & Additional Parts

Purpose and vehicle placement

The limiter is designed for installation in the front doors, with the possibility of use on both the driver and passenger sides. Its placement in the hinge area allows for effective damping of door movement and holding them in selected opening positions. Thanks to this component, the doors do not close automatically on inclines and do not open too wide, which reduces the risk of damage to the bodywork and adjacent vehicles.

Construction and technical function

The door limiter works as a mechanical guiding and locking element, cooperating with the hinges and the door structure. It is responsible for:

• controlling the door opening angle in the front part of the body,
• stabilizing the position of the door leaf in several characteristic positions,
• reducing sudden door movements during wind gusts or on inclined surfaces,
• increasing the comfort of door usage through smoother and more predictable movement. Precise fitting to the Ford Kuga C520 structure allows for maintaining the factory door operation geometry and proper alignment with the bodywork.

Benefits of using an original limiter

Using an original limiter in the Ford Kuga C520 translates into a number of practical operational advantages:

• Safer door opening – controlled movement minimizes the risk of hitting obstacles.
• Better ergonomics – the doors stop in predictable positions, which makes entering and exiting easier.
• Consistency with factory construction – the part comes from the same group of components as other elements of the door system.
• Reduction of loads acting on the hinges and mounting plates, which promotes a longer service life of the entire door assembly.

Product characteristics and fitment

The limiter belongs to the Gas springs, locks, hinges and other parts group, i.e., elements responsible for the mechanics of opening, positioning, and locking moving body parts. As a component dedicated to Ford, it ensures proper fitment to the door structure and cooperation with factory mounting points. This solution is particularly recommended when replacing a worn or damaged limiter, when symptoms such as clicking, lack of stable opening positions, or excessively free "dropping" of the door appear.

Condition and service application

The item is in used condition, which makes it an attractive cost-effective alternative while maintaining the original design specification. It works well both in routine repairs and in comprehensive service of the door area, when it is necessary to replace several components of the opening system. A properly selected limiter allows you to restore the comfort of door operation and improve the overall impression of using the vehicle. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as guides, locks, or hinges, check the available parts in the Gas springs, locks, hinges and other parts Ford category. For a better understanding of the importance of functional body and lighting elements in the context of safety and driving comfort, it is worth reading the guide on our blog: See more and better – a complete guide to selecting and replacing used LED and Xenon headlights.