📸 Exact item photographs

You will receive the used component shown in the product photographs. Please inspect every photograph for cosmetic condition, mounting points, shutter design, clips and surface finish.

🚗 Correct vehicle and fitting-location references

🔎 Part specification

✅ Confirmed vehicle compatibility

Fitment is confirmed only where the vehicle has the same 735433978 reference number and identical physical design. Engine size does not normally change this manual dashboard vent, but the number, side, clips and trim finish must still match.

⛔ Vehicles and positions not covered

🧾 How to confirm the correct part first time

1. Confirm that your vehicle is a Ford Ka Mk2 three-door hatchback registered within the stated UK model range.
2. Confirm that you require the NSF front-left passenger-side vent, not the OSF front-right driver-side position.
3. Inspect your old vent and locate the moulded or printed reference number.
4. Check that the number is 735433978.
5. Compare the black shutter, silver surround, rear casing, mounting clips and seal with every product photograph.
6. Confirm that the dashboard colour and trim finish match your vehicle.
7. When uncertain, send your registration, old part number and a clear photograph through eBay messages before purchasing.

🌬️ What this component controls

The vent is fitted within the front dashboard ventilation system on the passenger side. It connects with the heater and blower ducting and allows the passenger to control the direction and amount of air entering the cabin.

• Directs heated, cooled or fresh airflow toward the passenger.
• Allows the outlet to be opened, restricted or closed.
• Helps maintain a tidy seal between the dashboard and air duct.
• Helps prevent unwanted airflow leakage around the vent casing.
• Completes the appearance of the passenger-side dashboard trim.

⚠️ Symptoms of a damaged dashboard vent

• The shutter will no longer stay open or closed.
• Airflow cannot be directed toward the passenger correctly.
• The vent rattles, vibrates or produces a whistling noise.
• The silver surround is cracked, scratched or loose.
• The black internal shutter is broken or missing.
• Damaged clips allow the vent to move inside the dashboard.
• Air escapes around the casing rather than through the outlet.
• The vent sits unevenly or stands proud of the dashboard.

A damaged vent should be changed where it cannot be secured or operated correctly. Loose trim can create rattles, reduce airflow control and leave the dashboard looking incomplete.

🛠️ Fitting instructions

1. Switch off the ignition and remove the key before beginning work.
2. Use low-tack tape and a soft cloth to protect the surrounding dashboard.
3. Compare the supplied vent with your old vent before applying force.
4. Work a plastic trim tool carefully around the edge of the old vent.
5. Release each retaining point gradually instead of levering from one area.
6. Withdraw the vent carefully and inspect the dashboard air-duct opening.
7. Remove loose dirt and confirm that no broken clip remains in the aperture.
8. Align the replacement vent with the opening and retaining points.
9. Press evenly until the vent sits flush and all clips are engaged.
10. Check shutter movement, airflow direction and security before finishing.

💷 Static garage labour cost calculator

Estimated labour cost equals the garage hourly rate multiplied by approximately 0.25–0.50 hour.

Estimates cover labour only and exclude the component, diagnostics, minimum workshop charges and additional dashboard repairs.

🔧 Fitting and repair service

A fitting service may be available subject to technician capacity, vehicle condition and confirmation that the component is correct.

• Fitting is not included in the purchase price.
• Appointments must be agreed before travelling.
• Labour charges must be confirmed separately.
• Availability is not guaranteed.
• Use eBay messages to request an appointment.

📦 Stock, packing and dispatch

THEPARTPILOT has more than 25,000 parts in stock and on the shelf at any one time.

• Parts are photographed to help buyers confirm identification.
• The exact item is packed to protect its bezel and mounting clips.
• Tracked next-working-day dispatch is available for qualifying orders completed before 3pm.
• Dispatch timing remains subject to working days, carrier operation and the service selected at checkout.
• Collection may be available by appointment, seven days a week including bank holidays, up to 8pm.
• Postage is charged at the amount displayed by eBay at checkout.

🌍 International delivery through eBay

Worldwide delivery is available for eligible items and destinations through eBay’s Global Shipping Programme. Eligibility, postage, import charges and delivery estimates are calculated by eBay at checkout.

Eligible European Union destinations

Eligible non-European Union destinations

Checkout is authoritative because item restrictions and destination eligibility can change.

↩️ Returns and component condition

Please verify the NSF position, reference number, vehicle generation, photographs, clips, finish and mounting design before fitting.

• The exact supplied component must be returned.
• All clips, seals, markings and included parts must remain present.
• The component must not be cut, painted, glued or modified.
• Parts returned after attempted installation may show damage or loss of value.
• Where eBay rules allow, a refund deduction may be made only for provable loss of value caused by installation, alteration, damage, missing parts or handling beyond reasonable inspection.
• Any deduction will reflect the actual loss of value and will not automatically be applied merely because a buyer selected a particular return reason.

🛡️ Warranty and seller support

Warranty covers the supplied component subject to the listing terms. It does not cover incorrect ordering, accidental damage, labour, diagnostic charges, vehicle faults or damage caused during installation.

🧾 VAT information

Global Accounting VAT scheme — no separately itemised VAT is charged. VAT is accounted for within the applicable margin and cannot be shown separately for buyer reclamation.

📩 Fitment support and  information

For fitment help, fitting-service availability , use the Message seller option on eBay. Include the vehicle registration, old part number and clear photographs of the original component.

Keeping communication inside eBay protects both buyer and seller and preserves a clear record of the fitment information supplied.

🌍 Support a local small business and automotive recycling

Thank you for supporting an independent automotive parts business. Every correct order helps support local employment, vehicle dismantling, careful parts identification, storage, packing and customer service. 🚗🤝

Reusing a serviceable automotive component keeps useful material in circulation, reduces unnecessary waste and may reduce demand for the energy and resources needed to manufacture a new part. 🌍♻️

Our detailed photographs and compatibility information are designed to help customers identify the correct component first time, reduce incorrect orders and keep usable car parts on the road.