Ford Mondeo Mk5 Spare Wheel Retainer Securing Bolt Screw ES7C-1402-DA

Ford Mondeo Mk5 Spare Wheel Retainer Securing Bolt Screw is a practical mounting component designed for the secure attachment of the spare wheel in the trunk. A properly selected bolt stabilizes the rim, eliminates unwanted play, and reduces noise while driving, which positively impacts comfort. This solution is particularly useful when replacing a damaged mounting component or completing the trunk equipment in your Mondeo.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: ES7C-1402-DA
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: ES7C-1402-DA
• Substitutable numbers: ES7C-1402-DA, ES7C1402DA, 1860732
• Part type: Tyre Repair Kit
• Category: Other Tyre Accessories

Purpose and function in the Ford Mondeo Mk5

The spare wheel securing bolt in the Ford Mondeo Mk5 is responsible for stable and consistent pressure of the wheel against the trunk floor or the foam insert. A correctly selected component:

• keeps the spare wheel in a fixed position during acceleration, braking, and driving over bumps,
• reduces the risk of damage to the trunk upholstery and adjacent equipment,
• prevents rattles and resonances resulting from wheel movement.

As a result, the bolt is an essential element in terms of securing transported equipment and acoustic comfort inside the vehicle.

Design and mounting fitment

The bolt has been designed as a component dedicated to the spare wheel mounting system in the Ford Mondeo Mk5. This means that:

• its length and thread shape are adapted to the factory mounting socket,
• the bolt head allows for convenient manual tightening and loosening without the need for specialized tools,
• the design ensures proper pressure for both steel rims and – depending on the car configuration – aluminum rims used as a spare.

Such fitment translates into trouble-free installation and the certainty that the component works with the original mounting system used by the manufacturer.

Benefits of using the original securing bolt

Using a dedicated spare wheel securing bolt in the Ford Mondeo Mk5 allows you to avoid problems typical of replacements with uncertain parameters. Key advantages include:

• maintaining the factory geometry of the spare wheel mounting,
• lower risk of damaging the thread in the trunk floor,
• more secure retention of the wheel when the vehicle is fully loaded.

For the user, this means stable mounting, no need for custom spacers or washers, and consistency with other trunk equipment. This is particularly important when you want to keep the car in a configuration close to the factory state.

Product condition and practical application

The offered bolt comes from disassembly and is a used part, which makes it an attractive cost-effective solution while maintaining compatibility with the factory mounting system. This type of part will work well both when replenishing missing equipment after previous removal and when replacing a damaged or corroded bolt in a vehicle currently in use.

By choosing this component, you gain a functional solution that allows you to restore the full utility of the luggage space and ensure proper protection of the spare wheel during daily vehicle operation.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the luggage area in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as mounts, handles, or additional space-organizing accessories, check out the available parts in the Other Ford category.

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