Ford Transit Connect Climate Heater Control Panel Trim KT1B-18D422-AW

Ford Transit Connect Climate Heater Control Panel Trim is an original component from the Dashboards group, designed for precise management of the air conditioning system in the cabin. The used panel ensures factory integration with the vehicle's electrical system, maintaining visual and functional consistency with other cockpit elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: KT1B-18D422-AW
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: KT1B-18D422-AW
• Substitutable numbers: KT1B-18D422-AW, KT1B18D422AW
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function of the panel

The climate control panel in the Ford Transit Connect is responsible for operating all basic thermal comfort functions in the cabin – from airflow regulation and temperature adjustment to selecting the direction of airflow. As an element integrated with the dashboard, it works with factory sensors and modules, which allows for predictable system operation.

Thanks to the use of an original Ford solution, compatibility with the electrical harness and cockpit structure is maintained, without the need for modifications or adaptations of universal parts.

Advantages of using an original Ford panel

Choosing an original climate control panel for the Ford Transit Connect offers a number of practical benefits:

• factory fit for the dashboard – correct mounting points and housing shape,
• consistent ergonomics of buttons and knobs with the rest of the interior,
• preservation of the original climate control system logic,
• easier diagnostics during service, thanks to compliance with manufacturer documentation.

The used component allows for an economical repair of the climate control system while maintaining the original vehicle specification.

Integration with the dashboard and installation

The panel is part of the Dashboards group, which means its design was developed with a precise fit to the shape of the Ford Transit Connect cockpit in mind. Properly designed clips and electrical connectors allow for installation in place of the factory element, without the need for system modifications.

In practice, this translates into:

• shorter replacement time compared to non-factory solutions,
• preservation of interior aesthetics after repair,
• secure seating of the panel in the dashboard structure, reducing the risk of looseness and unwanted noises.

Product condition and service application

The climate control panel is offered as a used item, which makes it a reasonable choice for maintenance repairs and restoring system functionality in fleet vehicles. This type of part will work well both when replacing a damaged panel after a failure and when completing the interior after bodywork and paint repairs.

For workshops and services specializing in the Ford brand, using an original, used panel allows for optimizing repair costs while maintaining the factory equipment standard.

Expanding work within the Ford cockpit

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as air vents, covers, or additional control modules, check out the available parts in the Ford Dashboards category.

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