Hood Hinge Citroen Relay Mk3 Bonnet Hinge Right O/S 1612684680 Icy White - 389

Hood Hinge Citroen Relay Mk3 Bonnet Hinge Right O/S 1612684680 Icy White - 389 is an original component from the Hinges, locks and other bonnet parts group, designed for the right side of the engine hood. It enables stable guidance of the hood, ensuring its proper opening, closing, and secure positioning relative to the fenders and the front panel.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1612684680-ICW
• Mark: Citroën
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1612684680
• Substitutable numbers: 1612684680
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Ice White - 389
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and technical function

The presented right hood hinge is factory-fitted to the body structure of the third-generation Citroën Relay, allowing it to work with the original hood and body mounting points. It is responsible for:

• guiding the hood along the correct trajectory during opening and closing,
• maintaining the stable geometry of the front part of the body,
• reducing stress on the hood sheet metal and fenders,
• working in conjunction with the hood lock and safety elements.

Such a fit translates into reliable engine hood operation and reduces the risk of the hood edges rubbing against adjacent bodywork elements.

Ice White – 389 color and visual aspects

The hinge is finished in the Ice White - 389 shade, which allows for color consistency with factory-painted body elements in this color. In practice, this means:

• easier visual matching during post-accident repairs,
• reduced need for additional painting when replacing the part with a used one,
• a more aesthetic finish for the engine bay and hood edges.

Color matching is particularly important in body and paint repairs, where both correct geometry and visual consistency of the entire front of the vehicle are essential.

Vehicle placement and mounting fit

The element is intended for the right side of the vehicle, which is crucial when selecting parts for a specific Citroën Relay Mk3 unit. The hinge design is prepared to work with factory mounting points, which facilitates:

• precise adjustment of gaps between the hood and fenders,
• maintaining the correct front line of the vehicle after repair,
• reducing the time required for hood adjustment after installation.

Thanks to this, the hinge can be used both for standard replacement of a worn-out part and for post-collision repairs, where restoring factory geometry is important.

Characteristics of the used part

The offered hood hinge is a used part, which is a cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. A used OEM part is a good choice when you want to:

• maintain factory fitment to the body,
• reduce repair costs compared to new parts,
• maintain compatibility with other hood system components.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard mechanical condition check and potential hood position adjustment after bolting the hinge to ensure even gaps and proper closing.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area in your Citroën and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or hood supports, check the available parts in the Citroën hinges, locks and other bonnet parts category.

Support in selection and cost optimization

When choosing used body parts, it is worth paying attention to compliance with OEM markings and the actual mechanical condition of the part. Practical tips on the conscious selection of used components, minimizing the risk of errors, and verifying compatibility can be found in the guide on how to professionally select used car parts.

If you are also interested in an approach to economical vehicle operation using original components, it is worth reading the article on where to look for the greatest savings in mechanical and body repairs, which shows how to plan repairs to reduce costs without sacrificing quality.