{"product_id":"ford-focus-mk2-c-max-mk1-door-check-strap-3m51-r23500af-5-door-2004-2008","title":"Ford Focus Mk2 C-Max Mk1 Door Check Strap 3M51-R23500AF 5 Door 2004-2008","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eFord Focus Mk2 C-Max Mk1 Door Check Strap 3M51-R23500AF 2004-2008\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  :root{\n    --bg:#0f1216;\n    --panel:#171b21;\n    --panel-2:#1d232b;\n    --line:#2d3541;\n    --text:#f3f6fb;\n    --muted:#b7c0cc;\n    --accent:#c9a86a;\n    --accent-2:#8fb5ff;\n    --good:#65d29d;\n    --warn:#ffbf69;\n    --bad:#ff7d7d;\n  }\n  *{box-sizing:border-box}\n  body{\n    margin:0;\n    background:linear-gradient(180deg,#0c0f13 0%, #12161c 100%);\n    color:var(--text);\n    font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\n    font-size:18px;\n    line-height:1.6;\n  }\n  .wrap{max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;padding:22px}\n  .hero{\n    position:relative;\n    overflow:hidden;\n    border:1px solid var(--line);\n    background:radial-gradient(circle at top left, rgba(201,168,106,.18), transparent 32%), linear-gradient(135deg,#141820,#0f1216 68%);\n    border-radius:28px;\n    padding:28px;\n    box-shadow:0 20px 60px rgba(0,0,0,.42);\n  }\n  .watermark{\n    position:absolute; 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No active content, no JavaScript, and no hard-coded free postage claims.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pillrow\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pill\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e ThePartPilot\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pill\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart:\u003c\/strong\u003e Door Check Strap\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pill\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart No:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3M51-R23500AF\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pill\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used \/ Tested\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhat this part does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eA door check strap controls how far the door opens and holds it in position so it does not swing too far, close unexpectedly, or stress the hinges. A worn unit can cause clunking, poor door control, resistance when opening, or a door that will not stay open properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eImportant fitment note:\u003c\/strong\u003e the same base part number appears in marketplace listings for more than one door position. For that reason, match the \u003cstrong\u003ephoto\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epart number\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong\u003eremoved original part\u003c\/strong\u003e before ordering. Do not rely on vehicle name alone.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eReference Vehicle Photos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"imggrid\"\u003e\n          \u003cfigure\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/8\/8a\/Ford_Focus_II_%282004-2008%29_front_MJ.JPG\" alt=\"Ford Focus Mk2 5-door hatchback reference photo\"\u003e\n            \u003cfigcaption\u003eFord Focus Mk2 \/ 5-door hatchback reference. Source: Wikimedia Commons (publicly hosted image).\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n          \u003c\/figure\u003e\n          \u003cfigure\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/3\/32\/Ford_C-Max_front_20070926.jpg\" alt=\"Ford C-Max Mk1 reference photo\"\u003e\n            \u003cfigcaption\u003eFord C-Max Mk1 \/ 5-door reference. Source: Wikimedia Commons (publicly hosted image).\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n          \u003c\/figure\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"small\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003eBoth images are hosted on Wikimedia’s upload domain, which is usually more stable for embedding than random image hosts. 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Match the removed part and orientation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd class=\"ok\"\u003eConfirmed\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eFord C-Max Mk1\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003e2003.01–2007.06\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eFirst-generation C-Max application confirmed by marketplace cross-reference.\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd class=\"warn\"\u003eNot assumed\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eOther Focus \/ C-Max variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eNot listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eDo not widen fitment without checking your original part number and image match.\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eSymptoms of a Faulty Check Strap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDoor opens too freely or drops suddenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eClicking, knocking, or grinding noise at the hinge area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDoor will not hold in the open position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eExcess stress on hinges and door trim over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eInconsistent resistance when opening and closing the door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eCommon tools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pillrow\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eTrim tools\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eSocket set\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eTorx bits\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRatchet\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eScrewdrivers\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"grid section\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eEstimated Fitting Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003col class=\"steps\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eOpen the door fully and support it safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eRemove any trim or access covers if fitted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eUnbolt the old check strap and compare it with the replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eInstall the replacement strap in the same orientation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eTest door travel and check for smooth operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ol\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003eEstimated repair time: \u003cstrong\u003e0.5 to 1.0 hour\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on access, corrosion, and door orientation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eGarage Labour Cost Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"muted\"\u003eStatic estimate only. 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If you are unsure, the buyer should contact you before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eStock \/ service note\u003c\/strong\u003e\n            \u003cp class=\"muted\"\u003eAdd your live stock statement here, such as “25,000+ parts on the shelf at any one time” and “repair service subject to availability”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition wording:\u003c\/strong\u003e used, tested, and supplied exactly as photographed unless otherwise stated. Extra marks or wear should be described honestly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturns wording:\u003c\/strong\u003e clarify fitment before ordering. 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