Description
Ford Transit Custom Bulb Socket Flasher Lamp Front Left Right is a practical lighting system component designed to support the front turn signals in this popular Ford commercial vehicle model. Thanks to its factory-spec design, it ensures stable bulb seating, a secure electrical connection, and proper operation of the front turn signal lamp. This solution is ideal for both post-accident repairs and routine replacement of a damaged socket.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 1778042
- Mark: Ford
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 1778042
- Substitutable numbers: BK2113K370AA, BK21 13K370 AA, 1778042, PA6GF30, PA6 GF 30
- Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
- Category: Headlight Assemblies
Purpose and vehicle placement
The presented bulb socket is designed for use within the front turn signal lamps of the Ford Transit Custom. The component can be installed on either the left or right side, which simplifies part selection when repairing the entire front lighting zone. This solution allows for flexible use of the socket depending on the extent of damage and the lamp configuration.
Placement in the Front lights category emphasizes that this is a component directly related to driving safety – it is responsible for the proper operation of the turn signal, which is visible to other road users.
Technical and functional characteristics
The turn signal bulb socket has been constructed as an installation component that:
- ensures mechanical mounting of the bulb in the lamp housing,
- establishes an electrical connection with the wiring harness,
- maintains stable contact of the terminals during vehicle operation,
- is geometrically matched to the design of the Ford Transit Custom front turn signal lamps.
The material used in the socket body belongs to the group of reinforced plastics, which promotes resistance to the elevated temperature generated by the operating bulb and to typical operational loads within the lamp housing.
Benefits of using an original Ford solution
Using a bulb socket dedicated to the Ford Transit Custom allows for maintaining consistency of the lighting system with the manufacturer’s factory standards. Proper matching of the shape, clips, and contacts minimizes the risk of looseness, contact overheating, or issues with intermittent turn signal failure.
Key advantages of this solution include:
- compatibility with the design of front turn signal lamps in the Ford Transit Custom,
- easier installation thanks to the preservation of factory mounting points,
- reduction of the need for electrical system modifications,
- maintenance of aesthetics and functionality consistent with the original vehicle design.
The component in used condition is a reasonable choice for maintenance repairs when the priority is to maintain proper lighting function at optimal service costs.
Application in service practice
The front turn signal bulb socket will prove useful in situations where the housing has been damaged due to contact corrosion, overheating, housing cracks, or mechanical damage to the lamp. Replacing this component allows for the restoration of:
- proper operation of the turn signal,
- stable bulb mounting in the lamp,
- trouble-free passing of periodic technical inspections related to lighting.
Thanks to the preservation of the original socket geometry, the installation process is predictable and does not require the use of additional adapters or wiring modifications.
Related Ford lighting components
If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front lighting zone in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as lenses, complete lamps, or additional lighting modules, check the available parts in the Ford Front lights category.
Knowledge and advice on part selection
When planning repairs for lighting and other vehicle systems, it is worth using reliable sources of knowledge regarding the design and evolution of solutions used by manufacturers. Extensive technical studies help to better understand the differences between model generations, as well as the impact of individual components on driving comfort and safety – a good example of such material is the article Evolution of the Mercedes S-Class: from W140 to W222 – innovations, model differences, and Mercedes auto parts over the years, which shows how design changes translate into service practice.
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