Ford Fiesta Mk8 Aerial Antenna Roof Base Radio Control Unit H1BT-19G461-JC

Ford Fiesta Mk8 Aerial Antenna Roof Base Radio Control Unit is an original component from the Car antennas group, designed for installation in the latest generation Ford Fiesta Mk8 model. The factory design ensures a proper fit to the vehicle's roof, stable mounting, and the maintenance of correct radio signal reception parameters.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: H1BT-19G461-JC-1
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: H1BT-19G461-JC
• Substitutable numbers: H1BT-19G461-JC, H1BT19G461JC, 2357300
• Part type: Bee Sting Antenna
• Category: Antennas

Purpose and function of the roof antenna base

The roof antenna base in the Ford Fiesta Mk8 is responsible for the rigid seating of the antenna mast and the correct connection of the antenna system to the vehicle's electrical wiring. A properly selected component from this group minimizes interference, reduces the risk of roof leaks, and allows for maintaining factory-quality radio signal reception and other systems that may utilize the roof antenna. The offered base is an item from the Car antennas category, which means it has been specifically designed to operate in outdoor conditions – under varying temperatures, precipitation, and body vibrations.

Benefits of using an original Ford antenna base

Using a factory roof antenna base in the Ford Fiesta Mk8 allows for maintaining the structural integrity of the roof and the aesthetics of the body lines. The original component ensures:

• precise fit to the roof contours and the mounting hole,
• proper sealing of the connection with the roof panel,
• stable mounting of the antenna mast,
• compatibility with the factory Ford antenna system. As a result, you reduce the risk of issues with leaks, mounting looseness, or degradation of signal reception quality. The original Ford design is engineered for long-term operation, which is particularly important in vehicles used daily and exposed to intense weather conditions.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered roof antenna base is a used component, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and has been verified for its suitability for further use. This type of solution is particularly beneficial when servicing a few-year-old car, where a factory used part often provides better durability than budget replacements of unknown origin. If you want to approach the selection of components consciously and are considering installing original used parts instead of new replacements, it is worth checking out our guide: The myth of the ideal new part: why for older cars a used factory part is the only reasonable choice?. The article explains when a used part from a reliable source can be a safer and more cost-effective choice.

Selection and practical application

When replacing the roof antenna base in the Ford Fiesta Mk8, it is crucial to maintain compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications. A properly selected element from the antenna group ensures:

• trouble-free installation without roof modifications,
• preservation of the original wiring harness routing,
• correct connection to the vehicle's multimedia system,
• maintenance of the factory body appearance. In case of any doubts regarding component selection, it is worth using vehicle data and service documentation to avoid installing an element with different geometry or a different connector type.

Expanding service in the area of antennas in the Ford Fiesta Mk8

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the roof area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as an antenna mast, seals, or antenna connectors, check the available parts in the Ford car antennas category.