Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Lifting Jack Emergency Wheel Lift Tool KT11-17080-AB

Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Lifting Jack Emergency Wheel Lift Tool is an original component from the Jacks and tool kits group, designed specifically for Ford's structural requirements. It allows for safe lifting of the vehicle during wheel maintenance, ensuring stable support and predictable body behavior. This is a practical service solution that facilitates daily vehicle operation and emergency roadside repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2581495-1
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2581495
• Substitutable numbers: KT11-17080-AB, KT1117080AB, DV61-17080-AC
• Part type: Scissor Jack
• Category: Spare Tyre Jack & Tool Kits

Purpose and technical function

The wheel jack dedicated to the Ford Transit Connect Mk2 has been developed as part of the vehicle's service equipment. Its design is adapted to the vehicle's body support points, which reduces the risk of damage to the sills and load-bearing elements. As a result, repeatable, controlled lifting of the vehicle can be achieved during wheel changes or suspension work. This type of solution is particularly important in commercial vehicles, where the curb weight and operating load are higher than in passenger cars. A properly selected jack minimizes local overloads and allows for more predictable operation of the entire support system.

Advantages of the original Ford jack

Using an original jack from the Jacks and tool kits group translates into a number of practical benefits in daily operation:

• dedicated operating geometry matched to the design of the Ford Transit Connect Mk2,
• consistency with factory service documentation and body support points,
• predictable behavior when lifting the vehicle,
• easy operation in both roadside and workshop conditions. Thanks to this, the jack is a functional service tool that supports both basic maintenance activities and ad-hoc actions in emergency situations.

Operational characteristics and assembly

The jack is a mechanical component that does not require an external power supply, which increases its independence and resistance to typical electrical system failures. It can be used both as part of the onboard equipment and as an auxiliary tool in a small workshop servicing a fleet of commercial vehicles. Due to the factory fit for the Transit Connect Mk2 model, operating the jack is intuitive, and the vehicle lifting process can be carried out in an orderly and repeatable manner. This solution is particularly useful for users who value predictability and compliance with the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations.

Condition and origin

The offered jack comes from the Ford product line and is a used component, which allows for combining original origin with a more favorable cost level. For many commercial vehicle users, this is a reasonable compromise between quality and budget, especially in the case of service equipment components. Choosing an original, used component from dismantling is often preferred over cheap replacements of unverified durability, especially in the case of tools responsible for stable vehicle support.

Expanding Ford service equipment

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the service area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional jacks, wheel wrenches, or practical auxiliary tools, check the available parts in the Ford Jacks and tool kits category. If you want to better understand why it is worth considering original components from dismantling instead of budget remanufactured solutions for key maintenance elements, read the article Starter system failure – why a used original often outperforms remanufacturing, which discusses this issue using the example of alternators and starters.