Ford Kuga Mk1 Bonnet Hood Hinge Latch Left N/S Ice White - B8 AV41-16801-AD

Ford Kuga Mk1 Bonnet Hood Hinge Latch Left N/S Ice White is an original body component from the Hinges, latches and other bonnet parts group, designed for precise guidance and support of the engine hood on the left side. Finished in the factory Ice White - B8 shade, it ensures color consistency with the bodywork and reduces the scope of paintwork required when repairing the front of the vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1736156-ICWH
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V41-16801-AD
• Substitutable numbers: 1736156, 8V4116801AD, 8V41-16801-AD
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Bonnet Hinge
• Color: Ice White - B8
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the bonnet hinge

The presented hinge is responsible for stable, controlled opening and closing of the engine compartment hood on the left side. A correctly selected and functional component in this area is crucial for:

• maintaining the proper geometry of the hood relative to the fenders and the front panel,
• even load distribution during lifting and lowering,
• reducing stress on the hood skin and contact edges,
• seamless operation with the hood latch and struts.

Thanks to its design tailored to the first-generation Ford Kuga, the hinge works with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and subsequent adjustment of the hood position.

Ice White - B8 color and visual aspects

The component is finished in the Ice White - B8 shade, which is both aesthetically and practically significant. For accident repairs or replacing individual front body components, this allows you to:

• minimize the need for full painting of the hinge,
• maintain color consistency in the cowl area and hood edges,
• speed up workshop tasks related to assembling the front of the vehicle.

For users who care about the visual appearance of the engine bay and for body shops, this is a convenient solution that limits additional preparatory operations.

Installation characteristics and application

The hinge is designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle, using factory hood mounting points. The design adapted to the Ford Kuga Mk1 allows for:

• maintaining the original hood opening kinematics,
• easier alignment of gaps and lines with adjacent body elements,
• utilizing existing mounts without the need for modifications.

The product comes from the Ford group, which promotes the preservation of factory operating parameters and compatibility with other front body components.

Used condition and benefits of choosing OEM parts

The offered hinge is in used condition, which provides an attractive cost alternative to new components while maintaining the characteristics of an original part. In the case of accident or maintenance repairs, this allows you to limit the service budget without sacrificing fitment for the specific model.

If you want to better plan your service expenses and learn about the potential savings when choosing used components, it is worth checking out the guide Rising repair costs and the boom in used parts – how to save on car service?, which discusses a practical approach to purchasing used OEM elements.

Comprehensive bonnet area service for Ford Kuga

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine hood area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, latches, or supports, check out the available parts in the Ford hinges, latches and other bonnet parts category.

For workshops and individual users who want to reduce vehicle downtime, the material describing the impact of parts availability on repair speed may also be helpful – check out the article Availability of car parts off-the-shelf vs. repair time – how used OEM parts shorten workshop stays? to better plan the service process.