Ford S-Max Galaxy Mk3 Fuel Tank Flap Filler Cap Cover Panther Black - D9

Ford S-Max Galaxy Mk3 Fuel Tank Flap Filler Cap Cover Panther Black - D9 is an original fuel filler flap from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories range, designed for factory installation in third-generation Ford S-Max and Galaxy models. This component in the elegant Panther Black Metallic – D9 color allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of a damaged flap, maintaining the body line and paint aesthetics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6M21-R405A02-AA-PBL
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6M21-R405A02-AA
• Substitutable numbers: 1377501, 6M21R405A02BAXWAA, 6M21-R405A02-BAXWAA, 6M21R405A02AA, 6M21-R405A02-AA
• Part type: Fuel Door
• Color: Panther Black Metallic - D9
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the fuel filler flap

The presented fuel filler flap has been designed specifically for the Ford S-Max and Galaxy Mk3 body, ensuring a proper fit to the shape of the fender and the filler housing. It is responsible for protecting the fuel cap and filler neck from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage, while maintaining the continuity of the painted body surface.

As an item from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories category, the flap contributes to the sealing of the filler area and affects daily operational comfort – a properly functioning opening and closing mechanism facilitates refueling, and the correctly selected shape does not disrupt the aerodynamics of the side of the body.

Color and paint matching Panther Black Metallic – D9

The Panther Black Metallic – D9 color is a characteristic metallic black used by the factory in many Ford models. Using a flap in this shade allows for an aesthetic match to vehicles painted in the same paint code, reducing the need for additional painting or color corrections.

For owners of the Ford S-Max and Galaxy Mk3, this means the possibility of restoring the consistent look of the side of the body after damage or corrosion of the original flap. The uniform shade of metallic black improves the visual continuity of the car's lines, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and when preparing the vehicle for sale.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered fuel filler flap is a used component, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear. This type of part is a good choice for economical repairs when the priority is to maintain the original construction and mounting geometry while reducing costs.

Using an original, used fuel filler cover allows for maintaining factory fitment with the body, without the need for modifications or adjusting aftermarket parts with different geometry. This solution is particularly beneficial for body and paint repairs, where precise setting of gaps and body lines is essential.

Benefits of using an original Ford flap

Choosing an original fuel filler flap for the Ford S-Max and Galaxy Mk3 brings a number of practical advantages:

• factory fit to the shape of the body and fuel filler housing,
• maintenance of a consistent side body line and correct gaps,
• paint in the Panther Black Metallic – D9 code, facilitating aesthetic replacement of the element,
• no need for mounting modifications or bodywork alterations.

Thanks to this, the flap will work well both for local repair of a damaged body section and for comprehensive vehicle reconstruction after a collision, where maintaining the manufacturer's original specification is important.

Related components and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, shields, or accessory protection elements, check the available parts in the Ford fuel filler flaps and accessories category.

To better understand the role of the filler area in the entire engine supply path and the dependencies between filler tightness, the tank, and equipment, it is worth referring to our guide material. Practical information on diagnostics, selecting components by OEM numbers, and operating principles can be found in the article "Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration".

If you want to reduce the car's downtime in the workshop and want to better plan the repair using readily available body parts and equipment, the guide on automotive parts logistics may also be helpful: "No more weeks of waiting – how does a wide assortment in one warehouse really shorten your car's downtime at the mechanic?".