Ford C-Max Mk2 Seat Belt Buckle Clip Front Right O/S AM51-R61208-BAW

Ford C-Max Mk2 Seat Belt Buckle Clip Front Right is a component from the Seat belts and parts category, designed for installation on the front right passenger or driver side, depending on the vehicle version. This practical solution allows for restoring the proper operation of the passive safety system, ensuring correct belt locking and release, as well as integration with onboard systems. Thanks to the factory design dedicated to the Ford C-Max Mk2, the part maintains the correct mounting geometry and stable seating in the seat.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: AM51-R61208-BAW
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: AM51-R61208-BAW
• Substitutable numbers: AM51-R61208-BAW, AM51R61208BAW
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Seat Belt Clip
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and function in the safety system

The described seat belt buckle is responsible for the mechanical and signal connection of the belt to the seat structure in the front right part of the cabin. Its task is to securely hold the belt buckle while driving and to allow for quick release in situations requiring vehicle evacuation. A properly functioning buckle is crucial for the effectiveness of the pretensioners and the entire seat belt system, as well as for the correct operation of the seat belt warning light on the instrument cluster.

Construction and fitment for the Ford C-Max Mk2

The element has been designed specifically for the second-generation Ford C-Max, which translates into precise fitment to the seat structure and center console. The appropriate body length, angle, and mounting shape allow for installation without interfering with the original mounting points. The buckle works with the factory seat belt, maintaining the correct position of the buckle relative to the user and not restricting seat adjustment.

Operational characteristics and installation benefits

Choosing an original buckle from the Seat belts and parts group for a Ford allows you to maintain the structural integrity of the entire safety system. Using a dedicated component:

• reduces the risk of play and incorrect buckle positioning relative to the passenger,
• ensures proper cooperation with seat belt presence sensors and dashboard warning lights,
• facilitates installation by maintaining factory mounting points,
• allows for maintaining compliance with the vehicle manufacturer's design specifications. As a used part, the item comes from vehicle dismantling, which in practice means a favorable compromise between cost and maintaining the original construction and operating parameters.

Why consider used seat belt system components

When repairing a safety system, many users consider the choice between new replacements and original parts from dismantling. In the case of such specialized components as seat belt buckles, original solutions often offer better fitment and predictable behavior in combination with the vehicle's electronics. If you want to analyze the topic of how to reasonably choose elements from the secondary market, select them by VIN number, and assess their compatibility with different body versions, it is worth reading the article Is it worth investing in used car parts?.

Expanding work within the seat belt system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cabin safety zone in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as pretensioners, belt webbing, or seat mounts, check the available parts in the Ford seat belts and parts category.