Ford Ranger Mk6 Side Mirror Cover Panel Housing Left N/S Chrom 1717990

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. Ford Ranger Mk6 Side Mirror Cover Panel Housing is an original component from the External mirrors group, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle body. The chrome finish gives the vehicle a more distinctive look while allowing you to restore the factory character of the mirror after damage or wear of the cover.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1717990-1
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1717990
• Substitutable numbers: 1717990, AB39-17K747-DA, AB3917K747DA, AB39-17K47-EAW, AB3917K47EAW
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment

The presented cover has been designed specifically for the Ford Ranger Mk6 model as a left external mirror component. Thanks to its design, which complies with factory standards, it ensures a proper fit to the mirror housing, facilitating installation and maintaining the correct geometry of the entire mirror assembly. Placement on the driver's side of the vehicle helps maintain a consistent body aesthetic, especially when replacing only one cover element. The appropriately selected shape and mounting method reduce the risk of unwanted play and vibrations while driving.

Technical and visual characteristics

The chrome surface of the cover gives the mirror a more distinctive, refined look that complements both dark and light body paints well. This type of finish is often used in higher trim levels, which is why installing a chrome cover can also be treated as a subtle visual upgrade for the vehicle. As an element from the External mirrors category, the cover serves a protective function for the internal structure of the mirror, shielding the adjustment mechanism and the mirror glass from direct exposure to external factors. A properly selected cover helps limit the impact of moisture, dirt, and minor mechanical damage on the durability of the entire assembly.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The item is offered as a used part, which allows you to combine reasonable repair costs with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. In many cases, using an original used mirror cover is more beneficial than installing a replacement with uncertain fitment, especially in the context of alignment with other body components. For users who care about maintaining the vehicle's value, choosing original components can be important for the car's future resale. It is worth checking the guide Original used parts vs. car resale price – how not to lose? to better understand the impact of such service decisions on the perceived quality of the car.

Function in the external mirror system

The left mirror cover has a direct impact on the ergonomics of daily operation – a stably mounted, properly covered mirror housing helps maintain image clarity in the mirror and reduces wind noise at higher speeds. Proper fitment of the element is also important from the point of view of aerodynamics and the aesthetics of the entire side line of the vehicle. Replacing a damaged or faded cover with a functional element allows you to quickly restore the consistent appearance of the vehicle without the need to interfere with the mirror's mechanics. This is a practical solution for both post-accident repairs and gradual body restoration.

Completing the mirror zone in your Ford

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the external mirror zone in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, mirror glass, or mirror turn signals, check the available parts in the Ford external mirrors category.