Ford Kuga C394 Wheel Arch Liner Splash Guard Front Right O/S 8V41-16114-AC

Ford Kuga C394 Wheel Arch Liner Splash Guard Front Right O/S is a factory wheel arch liner designed specifically for the front right side of the vehicle body. This component acts as an effective shield for the wheel area against water, mud, and debris, stabilizing the operating conditions of the suspension and body components in this zone. Thanks to its design, which complies with Ford's specifications, it ensures predictable fitment and correct mounting geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8V41-16114-AC
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V41-16114-AC
• Substitutable numbers: 8V41-16114-AC, 8V4116114AC, 1529927
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and technical function

The front right wheel arch liner for the Ford Kuga C394 belongs to the group of body components responsible for controlling water spray and debris within the wheel well. Its tasks include:

• limiting contact of moisture and dirt with the inner side of the fender and sills,
• protecting cables, mounts, and suspension components in the wheel area,
• stabilizing airflow in the wheel arch while driving.

Precise fitment to the front right side of the vehicle allows for maintaining the correct edge alignment relative to the fender, bumper, and sills, which facilitates installation and subsequent maintenance.

Construction and fitment for Ford Kuga C394

Ford Kuga C394 Wheel Arch Liner Splash Guard Front Right O/S has been developed as a component consistent with the factory body geometry of this model. Properly shaped moldings and mounting points allow for installation in existing holes without the need for body modifications.

This solution is particularly important in vehicles operated in urban and rural conditions, where wheel arches are exposed to frequent contact with water, road salt, and small stones. A properly selected liner helps reduce the risk of accelerated corrosion of sheet metal components in this zone.

Benefits of using an original wheel arch liner

Using a dedicated wheel arch liner in the Ford Kuga C394 brings a number of practical operational benefits:

• Better body protection – limiting the accumulation of moisture and debris inside the wheel well.
• Consistency with the factory design – maintaining the original wheel arch line and proper fitment with adjacent panels.
• Support for the durability of suspension and mounts – reduced exposure to direct contact with mud and salt.
• Facilitation of service work – predictable mounting points and a shape consistent with Ford's construction.

Performance characteristics of the used component

The offered wheel arch liner belongs to the group of used parts, which allows for an economical replacement of the component while maintaining compliance with Ford's factory design. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for accident repairs or restoring full body functionality after operational damage.

Choosing an original wheel arch liner from dismantling promotes maintaining proper fitment with other body panels, which is important for both technical protection and the visual consistency of the vehicle.

Expanding the Ford body protection zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch and splash guard zone in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as wheel arch liners, additional flaps, or splash panels, check the available parts in the Ford Mud Flaps category.

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