Ford Transit Custom Front Grille Emblem Logo Badge Trim Name Plate CL348B262BA

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Ford Transit Custom Front Grille Emblem Logo Badge Trim Name Plate is an original component from the Grilles and radiator grilles group, designed for installation on the front part of the vehicle body. This factory Ford badge allows you to restore the consistent look of the front end after a collision, disassembly, or vehicle restoration, maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's design line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: CL348B262BA-1
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: CL348B262BA
• Substitutable numbers: CL348B262BA, CL34-8B262-BA, 5254490, CL34-8B262-AB, CL348B262AB
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Grille
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and function of the emblem

The front emblem mounted in the grille area serves both an aesthetic and identification function. It is an integral part of the front end, working in conjunction with the radiator grille and other trim components. By maintaining the factory shape and proportions, the badge ensures a proper fit with the lines of the hood, headlights, and the grille itself.

The original Ford logo guarantees visual consistency with other body elements, which is important for post-accident repairs, fleet renovations, and restoring the vehicle's appearance to factory standards.

Construction and fitment to the front end

The emblem is designed for installation in the front area of the vehicle, in the central part of the grille or radiator cover, in accordance with Ford's factory specifications. The design of the mounts allows for stable seating in the intended mounting points, which minimizes the risk of looseness, vibrations, or improper fitment with the grille surface.

As an element from the Grilles and radiator grilles category, the badge contributes to a uniform front surface of the vehicle, influencing the visual perception of the entire body. Proper fitment of dimensions and geometry is crucial for maintaining the factory look and correct installation without the need for modifications.

Performance characteristics and installation

The front emblem is intended for Ford Transit Custom vehicles where it is necessary to restore the original brand markings on the front end. As a used part, it comes from disassembly, which allows for maintaining compliance with the factory standard of workmanship and installation.

In practice, the installation involves:

• removing the damaged or missing emblem from the radiator grille,
• cleaning the grille mounting surface,
• seating and securing the new badge in the intended mounting points.

This type of solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where the priority is the quick restoration of the front end's completeness without interfering with the grille structure.

Use in service and restoration

The Ford Transit Custom front emblem is suitable for professional body and paint shops, workshops specializing in the Ford brand, and individual commercial vehicle restorations. Using this part allows for optimizing repair costs while maintaining the original look of the vehicle's front.

Choosing an original badge from this group of parts limits the risk of fitment issues typical of replacements with similar but non-identical dimensions. It is a practical solution for users who care about maintaining a consistent visual identity of the vehicle and correct installation without additional modifications.

Expanding front end repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front end area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as grilles, meshes, or frames, check the available parts in the Ford Grilles and radiator grilles category.

If you are considering a wider replacement of body elements with components from disassembly and want to better understand the specifics of such solutions, it is worth reading the article Replacing body elements with used ones – can body parts from disassembly look like new?, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting and installing used body parts.