Ford Focus Mk2 CC Adjustable Steering Column 1.8 TDCi 4M51-3C529-GD

Ford Focus Mk2 CC Adjustable Steering Column is an original component from the Steering columns group, designed for precise vehicle handling and safe transmission of steering movements to the chassis. This used component in gold color allows for maintaining the factory steering geometry, ensuring consistency with other body and interior parts.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-4M51-3C529-GD
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 4M51-3C529-GD
• Substitutable numbers: 4M51-3C529-GD, 4M513C529GD, 1763399, 4M51-3C529-GG
• Color: Gold
• Category: Steering Columns

Purpose and function in the steering system

The steering column in the Ford Focus Mk2 CC 1.8 TDCi is responsible for the stable mounting of the steering wheel, transmitting torque to the steering gear, and maintaining the correct driver position relative to the instrument cluster and pedals. The adjustable version allows for adapting the steering wheel position to the driver's physique, which improves ergonomics, comfort, and vehicle control during city and highway driving.

Thanks to a design compliant with Ford's factory standards, this component works with original mounts, covers, and other dashboard parts, minimizing the need for additional modifications during installation.

Construction, adjustment, and color

The Ford Focus Mk2 CC Adjustable Steering Column has been designed to provide a rigid yet functional support structure for the steering wheel and surrounding control elements. The adjustment mechanism allows for changing the position within the range provided by the manufacturer, which facilitates setting an optimal driving position for both shorter and taller drivers.

The gold color serves as a visual identifier for the component, making it easier to recognize during service and assembly work. At the same time, it does not affect compatibility with factory interior covers, which conceal the main part of the column structure after installation.

Benefits of using an original steering column

Using an original Ford Focus Mk2 CC Adjustable Steering Column allows you to maintain steering system performance parameters in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. This is particularly important in vehicles where predictable body behavior, driving stability, and proper interaction with other system components are essential.

• Factory fit – maintaining proper geometry and mounting points in the body.
• Full steering wheel position adjustment – the ability to set a comfortable driving position.
• Steering system consistency – compatibility with the factory steering gear and mounting elements.

This used component from the Steering columns group is a solution that allows for reducing repair costs while maintaining high functionality and proper operation of the entire system.

Professional installation and steering system diagnostics

When replacing the steering column in a Ford Focus Mk2 CC 1.8 TDCi, installation in a specialized workshop equipped with the appropriate tools for removing interior elements and steering column locks is recommended. Proper tightening of mounts, positioning, and checking the interaction with the steering gear are crucial for driving safety.

To better understand the role of this element in the entire vehicle, it is worth reading an article describing the operation of the entire steering system, symptoms of wear, and examples of dismantled parts – this is discussed in detail in the entry Steering system and power steering – how it works and what fails?.

Modernization expansion – Ford Steering columns

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the steering area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional columns, brackets, or mounts, check the available parts in the Ford Steering columns category.