Unlike the product photo dark color, this product arrived with bright metal color. I was assured by both the manufacturer, and other customers here, that it’s zinc(?) plated to prevent rust. I confirmed this by placing drips of salt water on it for 24 hours, and I didn’t see any rust. SEE PICTURE.
My only real (minor) problem was that this new door panel’s main holes didn’t line up exactly with the car door holes. I had to enlarge a few of the holes about 1/8” to 1/4”. But it was pretty easy to round-out (enlarge) the holes with a large screw driver and large hammer, to make them fit. A little “convincing” to get it in. It worked out.
FYI Side note regarding the install for a 2002 Jetta wagon: The door lock handle area wiring plug/clip was a mystery to unclip because it’s hard to reach and see. I found I could use a long flat screwdriver in the slot and pry the handle toward the door’s interior to unclip it. SEE PICTURE.
| Manufacturer | Dorman Products |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dorman |
| Item Weight | 3 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 32.4 x 20.4 x 3.4 inches |
| Item model number | 740-926 |
| Exterior | Ready To Paint If Needed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 740-926 |
| OEM Part Number | 11R620; 380098; 81875; 82-2049A; 822049A; SK740926; V491704; WLR9054; WR40926; 1J4839461C; 1J4839461F |
| Hollander Number | 135-58455L, 135-58451L, 135-58451LWOM |
| Special Features | Easy to Install |
