Ford Fiesta MK8 Fuel Filler Flap Door Performance Blue - BH H1BB-A405A02-AB

Ford Fiesta MK8 Fuel Filler Flap Door Performance Blue is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for factory installation in the eighth-generation Fiesta model. The Ford Performance Blue - BH paint shade allows for an aesthetic match to the bodywork without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle's color matches the specification.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: H1BB-A405A02-AB-FPB
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: H1BB-A405A02-AB
• Substitutable numbers: H1BB-A405A02-AB, H1BBA405A02AB
• Part type: Fuel Door
• Color: Ford Performance Blue - BH
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the fuel filler flap

The fuel filler flap in the Ford Fiesta MK8 is responsible for protecting the fuel filler neck from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage. A correctly selected component ensures:

• stable closing of the fuel filler area,
• protection against dust, mud, and road salt,
• maintenance of a consistent body line in the rear fender area.

As a part from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, the flap works with the factory hinge and locking mechanism, which facilitates installation and subsequent operation.

Ford Performance Blue - BH color

The Ford Performance Blue - BH shade is a distinctive, dynamic color used in sport-styled versions of Ford vehicles. Using a flap in this color allows you to:

• maintain a uniform paint appearance across the entire side panel,
• avoid tonal differences typical of non-factory painting,
• speed up the process of post-accident repair or spot body restoration.

For body shops and users who care about the visual consistency of the bodywork, this is a practical solution that reduces repair time.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered fuel filler flap is a used component, which in practice means a favorable cost-to-quality ratio and the preservation of original geometry and fitment. In the case of body parts, this is important for:

• correct alignment with the fender and bumper,
• compatibility with the factory hinge and opening mechanism,
• reducing the need for additional adjustments during installation.

A used OEM element is often chosen as a service solution for post-accident repairs when the priority is to maintain the vehicle's factory appearance within a reasonable budget.

Selection by part numbers and integration with the fuel system

The fuel filler flap works with the refueling system, so its correct selection based on catalog and reference numbers is essential for maintaining tightness and the proper operation of the opening mechanism. If you have any doubts when selecting parts, it is worth using the service knowledge described in the article: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration, where, among other things, the principles of identifying components by OEM numbers are discussed.

Repair expansion in the Ford fuel filler area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, guards, or accessory protection elements, check the available parts in the Ford Fuel filler flaps and accessories category.

Summary

Ford Fiesta MK8 Fuel Filler Flap Door Performance Blue in Ford Performance Blue - BH is a practical service solution for users and workshops that want to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the refueling area after damage or corrosion of the factory element. Its original origin from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group promotes proper fitment with the bodywork and facilitates installation, while the matched color helps to limit additional painting work.