Ford Focus MK2 C-Max 2.0 TDCi Driveshaft Front Right O/S Shaft 3M513B436NH

Ford Focus MK2 C-Max 2.0 TDCi Driveshaft Front Right O/S Shaft is a component from the Driveshafts category, designed for use with the front right wheel in Ford vehicles with a manual transmission. It is a practical solution for users looking for a factory-fitted drivetrain component that will restore proper torque transmission to the wheel and ensure stable operation of the suspension system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3M513B436NH
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3M513B436NH
• Substitutable numbers: 3M513B436NH, 3M51-3B436-NH
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Gearbox type: Manual
• Category: Driveshafts

Application and function in the drivetrain

The front right driveshaft in Ford Focus MK2 and C-Max 2.0 TDCi models is responsible for the mechanical connection between the transmission and the wheel hub, ensuring smooth power delivery during turns and suspension travel. In combination with a manual transmission, it enables stable acceleration, gear shifting, and traction maintenance under typical road conditions.

Replacing a worn driveshaft with an original component from the same design group helps reduce vibrations, knocking, and unwanted play in the drivetrain, which translates into more predictable vehicle handling and improved driving comfort.

Compatibility and fitment for Ford Focus MK2 / C-Max

The presented driveshaft has been designed specifically for operation on the front right axle in Ford vehicles with a 2.0 TDCi engine and manual transmission. This ensures that the correct lengths, geometry, and mounting points are maintained, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of issues with suspension alignment or wheel geometry.

Proper fitment for the specific drivetrain configuration of the Ford Focus MK2 and C-Max ensures that the component works with factory joints, the hub, and the transmission without the need for modifications or the use of additional adapters.

Characteristics of the used component

As a part from the secondary market, the driveshaft comes from disassembly and is a cost-effective solution compared to new replacements. The original Ford design ensures that factory performance parameters are maintained, and the use of a component from the same model line minimizes the risk of dimensional discrepancies.

Choosing a used drivetrain component is particularly attractive for maintenance repairs when the priority is to keep the vehicle in good working order on a reasonable budget, while maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's design.

Benefits of using the correct driveshaft

Using a properly selected driveshaft in a Ford Focus MK2 or C-Max 2.0 TDCi allows you to:

• restore proper torque transmission to the front right wheel,
• reduce noise and vibrations originating from the drivetrain,
• maintain proper cooperation with the manual transmission,
• maintain vehicle stability during acceleration and cornering.

For users who want to better understand the connections between the driveshaft, clutch, and the rest of the drivetrain, the following article will be helpful: Clutch and dual-mass flywheel – diagnostics and selection of drivetrain parts, which discusses the dependencies between drivetrain elements and provides practical service tips.

Ford Driveshafts – expansion and system service

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the drivetrain area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional driveshafts, connecting elements, or components working with the transmission, check out the available parts in the Ford Driveshafts category.

In the context of long-term operation, it is also worth noting how the use of original used components affects the vehicle's resale value – this is described in more detail in the guide: Original used parts vs. car resale price – how not to lose money?.