Description
Passenger airbag for Citroën C2, C3 and Pluriel. Color – HZE – TRAMONTANE.
This passenger airbag is intended for Citroën interior repairs and replacements on C2, C3 and C3 Pluriel models. Supplied to match original equipment fit and finish, it carries the reference numbers commonly used by technicians and DIY mechanics (96379999ZE / 8216Y4), making it easy to locate in parts catalogs or search engines. The module restores occupant protection on the front passenger side and is finished in the Tramontane color variant to match vehicle trim.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Citroën (Stellantis)
- Model: Citroën C2; Citroën C3; Citroën C3 Pluriel
- Product Codes: 96379999ZE, 8216Y4
- Additional Numbers: HZE, Tramontane (Color Code)
Function And Purpose
The passenger airbag is a pyrotechnic restraint designed to inflate rapidly in a moderate-to-severe frontal impact, reducing the risk of head and chest injury for the front passenger. It works as part of the vehicle restraint system together with seat belts, crash sensors and the airbag control unit. Correct installation and electrical connection are essential to ensure proper deployment behavior.
Typical Failure Modes And Lifespan
Airbag modules do not have a fixed service interval but can become non-functional due to several reasons: prior deployment in a crash, water or moisture ingress causing connector/circuit corrosion, impact damage, wiring faults in the passenger-side circuit, or problems with the airbag control unit and associated sensors. Visible age alone is not an indicator of functionality; electrical faults and previous deployment are the most common causes of failure.
Installation Recommendations
- Safety First: Disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait at least 10 minutes before starting work to allow capacitors in the SRS system to discharge.
- Work Environment: Perform replacement in a dry, static-free environment. Avoid smoking or open flames near the work area.
- Removal: Remove the glovebox or trim panels as required to access the passenger airbag retaining bolts. Support the module while undoing fasteners to prevent damage.
- Electrical Connection: Unplug the airbag connectors using the correct release method; inspect connectors and wiring for corrosion or damage and replace if necessary. Ensure connector locking tabs are fully engaged on reassembly.
- Torque And Fastening: Refit the module with original fasteners and tighten to the manufacturer’s specified torque values where available. Do not overtighten or modify mounting points.
- Post‑Installation: Reconnect the battery, then cycle the ignition and check for any SRS warning lights. If an SRS fault appears, diagnose using a dedicated diagnostic tool and clear stored crash data as required.
Why This Part Fails Most Often
- Deployment In A Previous Accident: Once deployed, the airbag must be replaced; the module cannot be reused.
- Moisture Or Water Damage: Leaks or flooding that reach connectors or the module can corrode contacts and compromise the firing circuit.
- Connector Or Wiring Damage: Chafed wiring, poor repairs or loose connectors can interrupt the circuit and trigger an SRS fault.
- Control Unit Or Sensor Faults: Problems elsewhere in the SRS system can make a functional module appear faulty until upstream faults are fixed.
Searchable by the OEM references 96379999ZE and 8216Y4, this passenger airbag is a direct-fit option for mechanics and experienced DIYers restoring passenger-side safety systems on Citroën C2, C3 and C3 Pluriel vehicles. Follow the safety and diagnostic steps above to ensure correct installation and system readiness.
