Ford Transit Mk7 Front Slam Panel Beam Radiator Cowl Midnight Sky - EA 1798287

Ford Transit Mk7 Front Slam Panel Beam Radiator Cowl Midnight Sky - EA is a body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. The original construction ensures proper alignment of the hood, headlights, and bumper, while the paint in the Midnight Sky - EA shade allows for visual consistency with the factory body finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1798287-MIS
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1798287
• Substitutable numbers: 1798287, CC11-5D066-AB, CC115D066AB
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Midnight Sky - EA
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the upper front slam panel

The upper front slam panel in the Ford Transit Mk7 plays a key structural role within the front body section. It is responsible for the stable mounting of adjacent components, such as the hood, headlights, or bumper, as well as maintaining the correct geometry of the vehicle's front end after body repairs. Its location in the Front zone makes it a particularly important element following collisions or bumper replacements.

Color and matching of the Midnight Sky - EA paint

The Midnight Sky - EA finish allows for an aesthetic match to factory-painted Ford Transit Mk7 units in this shade. In many cases, this allows for limiting paint work to minor local touch-ups or skipping it entirely, which reduces repair time and costs. At the same time, visual consistency with the remaining body panels is maintained.

Technical characteristics and installation

The upper front slam panel belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, meaning it works with components responsible for the rigidity and proper fitment of the front body section. The design intended for the Ford Transit Mk7 allows for installation at factory mounting points without the need to interfere with the vehicle's load-bearing structure. This makes the repair predictable and the final result consistent with the manufacturer's specifications.

Condition of the component and use in repairs

The offered upper front slam panel is a used part, which in practice represents a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are particularly often chosen for post-accident repairs when the priority is to restore the correct geometry of the vehicle's front and the functionality of the mounts, while maintaining a reasonable service budget.

Selection by OEM number and purchase support

To precisely verify the compatibility of the upper front slam panel with a specific version of the Ford Transit Mk7, it is worth using the OEM number and interchangeable numbers assigned to this reference. Identifying the vehicle by VIN can also assist in selection, which minimizes the risk of purchasing an incompatible part. If you want to check step-by-step how to correctly compare markings and parameters, use the material: Guide: how to select the right car part by VIN and OEM number.

Complementary Ford body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front body zone in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as reinforcements, beams, or complete bumpers, check the available parts in the Ford Bumpers and reinforcements category.