Ford Focus Mk3 Front Spring Strut Shock Absorber Right O/S BV61-18045-AAC

Ford Focus Mk3 Front Spring Strut Shock Absorber Right O/S is an original component from the Shock absorbers and struts group, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. It ensures stable vehicle handling, precise vibration damping, and predictable suspension behavior during daily use. This is a solution for users who expect factory-fit quality and consistent performance of the chassis system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: BV61-18045-AAC
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: BV61-18045-AAC
• Substitutable numbers: BV61-18045-AAC, BV6118045AAC
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Part type: Shock & Spring Assembly
• Category: Shocks, Struts & Assemblies

Purpose and function in the suspension

The described Ford Focus Mk3 Front Spring Strut Shock Absorber operates within the McPherson strut system, combining vibration damping with wheel guidance. Its placement on the vehicle is at the front, on the passenger side (depending on the market), which is crucial when selecting the part – the component must be matched exactly to this position to maintain correct suspension geometry.

Thanks to appropriately selected damping characteristics, the strut limits body roll, improves tire contact with the road surface, and supports the steering system. A properly selected shock absorber translates into:

• more stable vehicle behavior during braking and cornering,
• more predictable response to road irregularities,
• reduced stress on other suspension components.

Original origin and fitment for Ford

The component comes from the Ford range, which means it complies with the manufacturer's factory design and assembly standards. The original construction ensures correct mounting points, appropriate working length, and performance characteristics matched to the weight and geometry of the Ford Focus Mk3. As a result, installation is performed in a factory-like manner, without the need for modifications or adaptations.

The shock absorber is classified in the Shock absorbers and struts group, which facilitates its identification within the context of the entire suspension system. The product has assigned catalog and replacement numbers, allowing for precise verification of compatibility with a specific body and engine version of a given car.

Characteristics of the used component

The part is offered in a used condition, meaning it has been removed from a vehicle and verified for its suitability for further use. This type of solution is often chosen for repairs of older vehicles, where it is important to maintain a reasonable balance between cost, quality, and component fitment.

A used Ford shock absorber, coming from the same model generation, allows for maintaining consistent suspension behavior on one side of the axle, especially when the other side was previously replaced with a component of similar characteristics. In practice, this translates into uniform operation of both struts and more harmonious vehicle reactions to dynamic loads.

Benefits of using an original front strut

Using an original McPherson strut on the front right side of the Focus Mk3 brings a number of practical benefits:

• factory fitment to the steering knuckle, spring, and top mount,
• preservation of the handling characteristics designed by the manufacturer,
• reduced risk of incorrect geometry alignment after repair,
• consistent operation with other front axle suspension components.

For workshops and users, this means easier part selection, predictable installation, and a lower risk of complaints related to improper suspension operation.

Related suspension components and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front suspension area in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as struts for the opposite side, complete struts, or additional mounting elements, check the available parts in the Ford shock absorbers and struts category.

For a better understanding of how the entire suspension system works and the impact of shock absorbers on safety and driving comfort, it is worth checking out our guide: Suspension system – a comprehensive guide to shock absorbers, control arms, and stabilizers. The article helps to assess when replacing damping components is necessary and how to approach suspension service in an informed manner.