Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Gear Shift Lever Cover Leather DV6R-7P002-MAB

Description

Ford Transit Connect Mk2 Gear Shift Lever Cover Leather is an original component from the Gear levers, connectors and cables group, designed to protect and provide an aesthetic finish to the base of the gear lever in your Ford. The leather construction provides a pleasant-to-touch, durable material that improves the comfort of daily gear shifting and enhances the visual appeal of the interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1849973
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1849973
• Substitutable numbers: 1849973, DV6R7P002MAB, DV6R-7P002-MAB
• Part type: Gear Lever Body
• Category: Gear Levers, Cables & Linkages

Purpose and function of the gear shift lever cover

The gear shift lever cover in the Ford Transit Connect Mk2 is responsible for protecting the gear shifting mechanism from dust, small debris, and moisture, while also visually organizing the area around the center console. The leather gaiter limits the ingress of dirt into the tunnel, which promotes the stable operation of components within the gear levers, connectors, and cables group.

A properly selected cover helps maintain a consistent cabin appearance, especially in heavily used vehicles where the factory gaiter is prone to wear and cracking. Replacing it with an original component from the same family of parts restores aesthetics and improves the ergonomics of operating the lever.

Construction and material – leather gear shift lever cover

The presented gaiter is made of leather, which provides a pleasant-to-touch surface and a more premium look compared to simple plastics. The leather structure withstands frequent contact with hands and clothing well, and with proper care, it maintains its shape for a long time. As a result, the area around the gear lever gains a tidy, professional character.

The original fit for the Ford Transit Connect Mk2 means correctly shaped edges and proper geometry, which facilitates installation in factory mounting points. Compatibility with the stock lever and center console elements is maintained, without the need for modifications or forced fitting.

Benefits of using an original cover

Using an original leather gear shift lever cover in the Ford Transit Connect Mk2 offers a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining a consistent interior look in line with the vehicle’s factory specifications,
• protecting the gear shifting mechanism from cabin debris,
• reducing air drafts and noise from the tunnel area,
• easier cleaning in the lever zone,
• comfortable, leather feel during daily use.

With this component, you can easily refresh the driver’s workspace visually, which is particularly important in commercial vehicles where the interior often suffers from accelerated wear. Replacing a worn gaiter with an original cover is a quick way to improve the daily driving experience.

Condition, origin, and service application

The offered gear shift lever cover is a component from the Gear levers, connectors and cables group, originating from a Ford vehicle. As a used part, it is a reasonable choice for servicing fleet and private cars, where a favorable cost-to-functionality ratio is important. This allows for a technically correct repair without the need to resort to more expensive replacements of unknown origin.

The cover will work well both for a typical replacement of a worn gaiter and for a comprehensive refresh of the center console, including elements from the same group, such as the lever, connectors, or gear cables. Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, the installation proceeds in a predictable manner for an experienced mechanic or someone accustomed to working with Ford interiors.

Modernization expansion and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the gear shifting area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as levers, connectors, or cables, check the available parts in the Ford gear levers, connectors and cables category.

To compare solutions used in other popular models and better understand how manufacturers design drivetrain control systems and select interior components, it is worth reading our blog post dedicated to the Volkswagen sports compact: Hot-hatch legend: the evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 – design changes and VW car parts. This type of knowledge helps in consciously planning modernizations and selecting used parts for various cars.