Description
Steering wheel airbag, driver airbag for Peugeot 407
Direct-fit steering wheel airbag designed for the Peugeot 407. Ideal for professional workshops and competent DIY mechanics, this module is frequently searched by its part numbers 96445891ZD and 4112HA. The airbag restores the driver restraint system after deployment or electrical failure and is an essential safety component that must be installed and handled with care.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Stellantis (Peugeot/Citroën)
- Model: Peugeot 407
- Product Codes: 96445891ZD, 4112HA
- Additional Numbers: Not Available
Installation Recommendations
Work On The SRS System Should Be Carried Out By Qualified Personnel Or By Experienced DIY Mechanics Following Safety Procedures. Always Observe SRS Safety Rules.
- Disconnect The Negative Battery Terminal And Wait At Least 10–15 Minutes To Allow The SRS Capacitors To Discharge.
- Access The Airbag Module From The Rear Of The Steering Wheel: Remove Trim Pieces And Unscrew Retaining Bolts (Often Torx). Support The Module While Releasing Retainers.
- Carefully Disconnect The Squib/Wiring Connectors; Do Not Pull On Wires. Handle The Airbag Module By Its Housing, Face Away From You.
- Fit The Replacement Unit, Ensure Proper Connector Engagement And That The Clock Spring Is Correctly Centered; Secure The Module With The Original Fasteners.
- Reconnect The Battery, Start The Vehicle, And Verify The SRS Warning Light Goes Out. Clear Any Stored Fault Codes Using A Suitable Diagnostic Tool If Necessary.
Do Not Use Power Tools On Airbag Connectors. Store And Transport The Module With The Trim Side Up. If The SRS Light Persists After Installation, Read Fault Codes To Identify The Cause.
Why This Part Most Commonly Fails
- Deployment: Airbags Are Single-Use; A Deployed Module Must Be Replaced.
- Electrical Faults: Damaged Squib Wires Or Faulty Connector Contacts, Often Caused By Clock Spring Wear Or Improper Handling.
- Corrosion Or Moisture Ingress: Water Damage From Leaks Or Flooding Can Cause Short Circuits And Failures.
- Previous Repairs Or Impact Damage: Incomplete Repairs After A Collision Can Leave The Module Unserviceable.
- SRS Control Unit Faults: Errors In The Airbag Control Unit Can Trigger The Warning Light Even If The Airbag Module Appears Intact.
Note On Service Life: Airbags Do Not Have A Routine Replacement Interval. Replace The Steering Wheel Airbag If It Has Deployed, Shows Physical Damage, Or If The Vehicle Displays An SRS Fault That Points To The Module. When Searching For This Item, Use The Product Codes 96445891ZD Or 4112HA To Improve Compatibility Matching.
