Ford Fiesta Mk5 ST Fusion Mk1 Handbrake Lever Handle Actuator 2S61-2780-AY

Ford Fiesta Mk5 ST Fusion Mk1 Handbrake Lever Handle Actuator is an original parking brake system component, designed for precise control of the handbrake mechanism. Thanks to the factory Ford design and the maintenance of proper geometry, this lever mechanism ensures reliable engagement and release of the brake, which translates into secure immobilization of the vehicle during daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2S61-2780-AY
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2S61-2780-AY
• Substitutable numbers: 1563563, 2S61-2780-AY, 2S612780AY
• Part type: Handbrake Lever
• Category: Handbrake Levers

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The described handbrake lever is a component mounted in the center tunnel, responsible for transferring force from the driver's hand to the parking brake cables. In Ford Fiesta Mk5 ST and Ford Fusion Mk1 models, a properly functioning lever is crucial for stable parking, especially on inclines and during long-term stops.

This component works with other parts of the parking brake system, ensuring:

• controlled brake engagement with the appropriate lever travel,
• repeatable operation of the ratchet mechanism,
• consistent performance with the factory cables and brake drums/discs of the given model.

Design and fitment for Ford Fiesta Mk5 ST / Fusion Mk1

The lever was designed by Ford specifically for the interior architecture and braking system of the mentioned models, which translates into the correct positioning relative to the seats, center tunnel, and plastic covers. Proper mounting points and arm kinematics allow for the maintenance of the factory travel and the force required to engage the brake.

The original design ensures:

• compatibility with factory mounting points in the body,
• cooperation with stock handbrake cables,
• correct alignment relative to the center console and interior covers.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered lever comes from disassembly and has the status of a used original component. This type of part is a good solution for maintenance repairs when the existing mechanism has suffered mechanical wear, ratchet damage, or arm deformation. Choosing an original lever from the secondary market allows for maintaining the factory operating parameters of the system at a reasonable repair cost.

A used OEM component also provides the benefit of maintaining compliance with Ford service documentation and easier diagnostics of potential faults in the future.

Benefits of using an original handbrake lever

Using a factory handbrake lever in a Ford Fiesta Mk5 ST or Fusion Mk1 allows for maintaining the consistency of the entire braking system. In practice, this means:

• reliable parking brake operation during parking and stops,
• maintenance of the lever travel and engagement force intended by the manufacturer,
• easier installation thanks to the fitment to original mounting points,
• no need for modifications to the center tunnel or interior covers.

For users who care about technical correctness and safety, replacing a worn lever with an original component from the same design group is a sensible and predictable service solution.

Related components and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking zone in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as additional levers, mechanisms, or handles, check the available parts in the Ford Handbrake Levers category.

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