Description
Driver’s Steering Wheel Airbag For Peugeot 406
Product Overview
High-quality driver’s airbag module designed as a direct fit for Peugeot 406. Ideal for professional mechanics and experienced DIY enthusiasts who require a reliable replacement airbag to restore vehicle safety after a deployment or when the SRS system reports a fault. Commonly searched under part codes 96303944ZL and 4112EQ, this steering wheel airbag offers OE-style fitment and installation simplicity for workshops and home garages.
Key Benefits
- Direct Replacement: Designed to match original mounting points and connector layout for Peugeot 406 steering wheels.
- Safety Restoration: Reinstates driver frontal airbag protection following deployment or irreparable damage to the original unit.
- Mechanic-Friendly: Clear electrical connector design and standard fixing points make fitting straightforward for trained technicians.
- Searchable By Part Number: Frequently located by codes 96303944ZL and 4112EQ, improving findability for repairs.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Stellantis / Peugeot
- Model: Peugeot 406 (Sedan, Coupe, Estate)
- Product Codes: 96303944ZL, 4112EQ
- Other Numbers: NFP
Function And Common Failure Modes
The steering wheel airbag is part of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) and is designed to inflate instantly in a qualifying frontal impact to protect the driver. The module includes the airbag cushion, inflation device and connector interface to the vehicle wiring.
Most Common Reasons For Replacement:
- Deployment During A Collision: Once deployed the module must be replaced.
- Electrical Faults Or Short Circuits: Damaged wiring, corroded connectors or contact problems can trigger SRS warnings and render the module inoperative.
- Clock Spring / Spiral Cable Issues: Faults in the steering column wiring assembly can cause airbag warning lights and loss of circuit continuity.
- Physical Damage Or Prior Incorrect Repairs: Damage from improper removal, impacts, or tampering may necessitate a new module.
- Moisture / Corrosion: Water ingress can corrode connectors and degrade electrical contacts.
Replacement Frequency
Airbags Do Not Have A Scheduled Service Interval. Replace The Module If It Has Deployed, If The SRS System Reports An Irreparable Fault, Or Following Manufacturer Recall Instructions. Regular Inspection Of Connectors And Steering Column Components Is Recommended During Routine Service.
Installation Recommendations
- Safety First: Only Qualified Personnel Should Perform Airbag Replacement. Follow All Manufacturer Safety Procedures.
- Battery Isolation: Disconnect The Negative Battery Terminal And Wait Sufficient Time (Typically At Least 10 Minutes) For Residual Charge To Dissipate Before Starting Work.
- Proper Tooling: Use The Correct Tools To Remove The Steering Wheel Cover Bolts And Airbag Fixings. Avoid Damage To Fasteners And Plastic Clips.
- Avoid Static And Impact: Handle The Airbag Module Carefully. Do Not Place It Face Down Or Expose It To Heat, Static Or Strong Impacts.
- Clockspring Alignment: Verify Steering Angle And Clockspring Position Before Final Tightening; Incorrect Alignment Can Damage The Spiral Cable.
- Torque And Reassembly: Tighten Steering Wheel Fasteners To Manufacturer Specification (Refer To Service Manual). Ensure All Electrical Connectors Are Fully Engaged And Secured.
- Diagnostic Check: After Installation, Perform An SRS System Scan With A Diagnostic Tool To Clear Codes And Verify System Integrity.
Why Buy This Part
This steering wheel airbag is aimed at professionals and competent DIYers who need a straightforward, correct-fit replacement for Peugeot 406 vehicles. With identifiable OE part numbers and a design that matches original mounting and connector patterns, it helps restore active safety systems quickly and reliably.
