Ford Transit Courier Courier Rear Door Lock Striker Cover Cap ET76-A431F98-AD

Ford Transit Courier Courier Rear Door Lock Striker Cover Cap is a practical finishing element from the Linings, decorative strips and trims group, designed specifically for the rear part of the body. It protects the area around the rear door lock striker, improving aesthetics and visually organizing the vehicle's cargo area. A properly selected cover makes it easier to keep the trunk clean and helps maintain the factory look of the interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: ET76-A431F99-AD
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: ET76-A431F99-AD
• Substitutable numbers: ET76-A431F99-AD, ET76A431F99AD
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Trim Strip
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the component

The presented cover has been prepared for the rear part of the vehicle, where the cargo door lock operates. Its task is to:

• protect the lock striker from accidental impacts from cargo,
• visually organize the lock mounting zone,
• limit the accumulation of dirt around the locking element. Thanks to this, the rear workspace of the Ford Transit Courier maintains a consistent, orderly appearance, and the lock components are less exposed to accidental mechanical damage.

Construction and fitment for Ford Transit Courier

The rear door lock striker cover has been developed as a part dedicated to the specific body structure of the Ford. This means that its geometry, mounting points, and edge shape are matched to the factory paneling and door structure. Such a solution ensures:

• secure seating without the need for modifications,
• consistent transitions between the cover and adjacent finishing panels,
• preservation of the original stylistic line of the cargo area interior. As a finishing element, the cover affects the comfort of daily use – it reduces sharp edges in the striker area and facilitates safe loading and unloading.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered part is a used component, which in practice means that it comes from vehicle dismantling and has already been in operation under real conditions. Such finishing elements are often chosen for post-accident repairs and for replacing missing details, as they allow for maintaining visual consistency with the rest of the interior panels. In the case of covers and caps in the rear body zone, correct fitment and the functionality of the mounts are what matter most – these determine the stable hold of the element in its place.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The rear door lock striker cover will work well both for a typical replacement of a damaged element and for organizing the cargo space after previous modifications. It can be used, among other things, when:

• the original cover has cracked or its mounts have broken off,
• after bodywork repairs, it is necessary to restore the factory finish,
• the complete finish in the lock striker area is missing. By using an element dedicated to a specific Ford model, you can avoid makeshift solutions and maintain consistency with other linings and decorative strips.

Expanding the finish of the Ford's rear zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body finishing zone in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional linings, decorative strips, or decorative finishing panels, check the available parts in the Ford linings, decorative strips and trims category.

Expert support for selecting used parts

When choosing components from dismantling, especially in the area of the fuel system, it is worth following proven tips regarding the assessment of technical condition and operational safety. To better understand the specifics of purchasing used components and to make informed service decisions, read the article Fuel dosing problems: what to look for when buying a used injection pump and fuel rails?.