Ford Kuga Mk1 C394 Front Door Weatherstrip Seal Inner Left N/S 8V41-S20709-AB

Ford Kuga Mk1 C394 Front Door Weatherstrip Seal Inner Left N/S is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side of the first-generation Kuga. The carefully designed sealing profile ensures stable adhesion to the door, reduces external noise infiltration, and improves the acoustic comfort of the cabin. It is a practical solution for users who want to technically correctly restore the factory operating conditions of the front doors.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1514310
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1514310
• Substitutable numbers: 8V41-S20709-AB, 8V41S20709AB, 1514310
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Door Seals

Purpose and function of the seal

The presented seal is a component mounted on the inner perimeter of the left front door, responsible for the tightness of the contact between the door and the body. Its task is to:

• limit the penetration of water and moisture into the vehicle interior,
• reduce wind noise while driving,
• stabilize door operation during repeated opening and closing,
• maintain proper pressure of the door leaf against the body.

Thanks to the appropriate profile and fit for the specific body model, the seal supports correct door adhesion geometry, which is important for both driving comfort and protecting the interior from external factors.

Original origin and fitment

The seal comes from the Ford parts line, which means maintaining factory dimensional and material standards for this model. The original origin translates into:

• precise fit to the shape of the front door frame on the left side,
• compatibility with factory mounting points,
• consistency with other door and body trim elements.

As a result, installation proceeds in a predictable manner, without the need for modifications or adjustments, and the seal behaves like an element intended by the vehicle manufacturer after installation.

Performance characteristics and installation

As a part from the Door seals group, this element has been designed to work in variable operating conditions – from high temperatures in summer to low ones in winter. The design of the seal promotes:

• maintaining flexibility within the typical operating temperature range,
• resistance to repeated door opening and closing cycles,
• reduction of squeaks and rattles resulting from door operation.

The placement on the vehicle on the front left side allows for clear identification of the mounting position, which facilitates the selection of the correct element during replacement. In practice, this translates into more efficient service and a lower risk of error when selecting parts.

Part condition and service application

The element is offered as a used part, which is a reasonable choice for maintenance repairs when the priority is to maintain the factory design while optimizing costs. This type of component will work especially well in situations where:

• the existing seal has worn out, torn, or deformed,
• there are leaks around the left front door,
• after body and paint repairs, it is necessary to restore the correct door tightness.

Using an original seal allows you to restore the factory level of interior protection without interfering with the door or body structure.

Complementary elements and body system development

When comprehensively servicing the door zone, it is worth paying attention to other sealing and finishing elements available in the Door seals category, which makes it easier to maintain the technical consistency of the entire system. In the case of extensive upgrades or body repairs, guide materials such as a practical guide to selecting used body parts, which addresses issues of quality, fitment, and safe installation principles, may also be helpful.