Dorman 79351 Exterior Door Handle - Front Right
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Dorman 79351 Exterior Door Handle - Front Right

Brand Dorman 79351
Position Front Right
Color Smooth Black
Key Lock Hole Yes
Key Pad No
Key Pad Cutout No
Keys Included No
Material Plastic
Package Contents Exterior Door Handle
Fits Ford and Mercury · 10 vehicles

OE-style replacement. Engineered to match the original handle's fit and appearance.

Plastic construction. Lightweight handle with a smooth black finish.

Key lock hole. Ready for a keyed exterior door handle setup.

Cross-references Dorman - HELP 79351 and 4F1Z5422404ABPTM for the same application. See all 2.

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Exterior Door Handle for Taurus and Sable

This Dorman exterior door handle is a direct replacement for the front right door on select Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models. It is built to match the original handle’s fit and appearance, with a smooth black finish and key lock hole for the correct factory-style look.

Part number 79351 is intended for 1999-2003 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications listed below, including the 2003 front right door handle used through 1/08/03. This part cross-references 4F1Z5422404ABPTM for the same application.

Key Features

  • Exterior door handle replacement for the front right position
  • Plastic construction with smooth black finish
  • Includes key lock hole
  • No key pad, key pad cutout, or keys included
  • Engineered to match original fit and appearance on select vehicles
  • Part number: 79351

Product Details

Dorman 79351 is a replacement exterior door handle made for specific Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models. The handle is designed around the original equipment shape, mounting, and appearance so the door opens and closes with a factory-style look. The smooth black surface and keyhole opening match the listed vehicle configurations, making this a practical choice when the original handle is cracked, faded, or no longer functioning properly.

Compatible With: 2003 Ford Taurus, front right; 2003 Mercury Sable, front right; 1999-2002 Ford Taurus, front right; 1999-2002 Mercury Sable, front right. Part number 79351 is a direct-fit exterior door handle for these applications.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

  • Broken or cracked exterior door handle
  • Handle surface wear, fading, or peeling
  • Difficulty opening the front right door from the outside
  • Missing or damaged key lock hole trim area
  • Restoring the original appearance of the door handle on Ford Taurus or Mercury Sable models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and front right door position before ordering. This handle is listed for black, plastic, keyhole-equipped applications, including 2003 vehicles built through 1/08/03. Compare the original handle shape and lock opening to confirm a match before installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are engineered to match the fit and appearance of the original component on the specified vehicles. Part 79351 is built for the listed Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications and is intended as a direct replacement exterior door handle.

Related reading

This part fits 10 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2003FordTaurusFront RightBlack; w/Keyhole; To 1/08/03; Packaging Type: Box; Plastic
2003MercurySableFront RightBlack; w/Keyhole; To 1/08/03; Packaging Type: Box; Plastic
2002FordTaurusFront RightBlack exterior door handle with keyhole, box packaging type, made of plastic.
2002MercurySableFront RightBlack exterior door handle with keyhole, box packaging type, made of plastic.
2001FordTaurusFront RightBlack exterior door handle with keyhole, box packaging type, made of plastic.
2001MercurySableFront RightBlack exterior door handle with keyhole, box packaging type, made of plastic.
2000FordTaurusFront RightBlack exterior door handle with keyhole, box packaging type, made of plastic.
2000MercurySableFront RightBlack exterior door handle with keyhole, box packaging type, made of plastic.
1999FordTaurusFront RightBlack exterior door handle with keyhole, box packaging type, made of plastic.
1999MercurySableFront RightBlack exterior door handle with keyhole, box packaging type, made of plastic.
Directly replaces or cross-references 2 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Dorman - HELP — 793514F1Z5422404ABPTM