Rear Middle Belt Peugeot 407 96440737XX 8974HL

Description

Middle rear seat belt for the PEUGEOT 407 car
Color FXX black

Part description

Used rear middle seat belt designed for Peugeot 407. It is an important safety element of the interior, which serves to secure the passenger in the center rear seat. Thanks to the mentioned original marking, the part can also be easily traced by product number, which makes it easier to choose the right piece when repairing or replacing a damaged belt.

The part is in FXX black, so it is suitable for cars where a matching interior appearance is required. For used safety parts, it is important to compare, in particular, the design of the grips, the shape of the mechanism and the conformity of the labeling with the existing dismantled part.

Technical information

• Manufacturer: Stellantis Citroën Peugeot
• Model: Peugeot 407
• Other numbers: 96440737XX, 8974HL, NFP

Product codes

• Product codes: 96440737XX, 8974HL
• Models: Peugeot 407

Installation recommendations

Generally/typically for replacing a seat belt, the exact procedure may vary depending on the specific design of the car’s interior. With this type of part, care, correct seating and a thorough check of function after assembly are essential.

1) Before assembly

• Check that the marking on the replacement part matches the original part.
• Compare the belt shape, attachment, belt guide and mechanism design with the old part.
• Check the condition of the strap – it must not be frayed, excessively broken, contaminated with oil or mechanically damaged.
• Check the function of retracting and smoothly extending the belt.
• Check that there is no damage to the mounting points or the surrounding parts of the interior.

2) Necessary tools and materials

• A common set of hand tools
• Tools for dismantling interior plastics
• Suitable heads and ratchet
• Flashlight
• Cleaning agent for dry cleaning around the assembly

3) Step-by-step assembly procedure

1. Park the car on level ground and secure it against movement.
2. Access the mounting area by removing necessary covers or interior parts if they obstruct access to the belt.
3. Carefully remove the original seat belt including its fastening.
4. Compare the removed part with the spare part – focus on the length of the belt, the attachment and the orientation of the mechanism.
5. Clean the mounting area and check for damaged threads, holders or guide points.
6. Place the replacement belt in the correct position so that it is not twisted and leads in the same way as the original part.
7. Fix the individual mounting points gradually and continuously check that the belt is not pinched or crossed.
8. Before reinstalling the covers, extend the belt several times and let it wind up to verify correct routing.
9. Check the function of the lock and the mechanical blocking during a sharper pull.
10. Reinstall all the removed covers and interior parts.
• 4) Post-assembly checks and functional test verification
  • The belt must extend and retract smoothly without jamming.
  • The strap must be straight, without twisting and without contact with sharp edges.
  • Check for proper snapping into the lock if it is part of the solution.
  • Try blocking the belt by pulling harder.
  • After a short period of use, double-check that everything is firmly seated and nothing is coming loose.

  5) The most common assembly mistakes + how to avoid them

  • Rolled strap – always check the entire strap line before final tightening.
  • Exchanging a part with a similar design – compare part numbers and construction details.
  • Belt clamping under the interior plastic – before installing the covers, check the free movement of the belt.
  • Leaving damaged attachment points – always check the condition of surrounding brackets and threads before assembly.
  • Insufficient function check after assembly – always test winding, extension and blocking.

  Reasons why the part is damaged

  • Normal wear and tear from long-term use
  • Mechanical damage to the strap or winding mechanism
  • Contamination that limits the smooth running of the belt
  • Unsparing handling when folding or loading the interior
  • Damage after an accident or sudden force load
  • Corrosion or damage to the mounting points