Description
Right Front Passenger Safety Belt For Peugeot 207. Color FXX – Black.
This replacement right front passenger seat belt with pyrotechnic pretensioner is designed for Peugeot 207 vehicles and carries the original part references 96498058XX and 8975CA. The assembly restores proper occupant restraint after a damaged or deployed belt and is aimed at professional mechanics and skilled DIYers looking for a direct-fit OEM-referenced safety component. Frequently searched by part number (96498058XX, 8975CA), this unit matches factory specifications for fit and mounting points and includes the pretensioner module integrated into the belt retractor.
Features And Function
The pyrotechnic pretensioner tightens the belt webbing instantly in the event of a crash to reduce occupant movement and improve airbag efficiency. The assembly includes the belt webbing, retractor, anchor points and integrated pyrotechnic pretensioner. It is a safety-critical, single-use component: if the pretensioner has activated in a previous event it must be replaced.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Stellantis (Citroën / Peugeot)
- Model: Peugeot 207
- Product Codes: 96498058XX, 8975CA
- Other Numbers: 8975CA | 96498058XX
Installation Recommendations
Safety first: Disconnect the vehicle battery and wait at least two minutes before starting work to reduce the risk of accidental SRS activation. Remove interior trim panels to access the B-pillar and lower anchor points. Unbolt the original belt assembly from its upper and lower mounting points and the pretensioner electrical connector. Fit the replacement unit in the correct orientation, tighten fasteners to the manufacturer’s torque specification, and reconnect the pretensioner connector ensuring clean, corrosion-free contacts. After installation, clear and check SRS fault codes with a suitable diagnostic tool and verify proper system status. If any crash data or airbag faults persist, diagnose according to manufacturer procedures.
Required tools: basic hand tools, torque wrench, trim removal tools and an SRS-capable diagnostic scanner to confirm system status after replacement. Do not attempt to reuse a belt assembly that shows signs of deployment, damage or compromised webbing.
How Replacement Is Performed (Overview)
- Disconnect battery and wait at least two minutes.
- Remove trim to access mounting bolts and pretensioner connector.
- Unbolt and carefully disconnect the pretensioner electrical plug.
- Install new belt, route webbing correctly, hand-start bolts, then torque to spec.
- Reconnect connector, reinstall trim, and perform SRS system scan and reset as needed.
Why This Part Most Often Fails
Common causes of replacement are deployment during a collision (the pyrotechnic pretensioner is single-use and must be replaced after activation), corrosion or damage to the electrical connector, mechanical failure of the retractor, and excessive wear or fraying of the webbing from long-term use or improper handling. Faulty pretensioners can also result from internal component degradation after exposure to moisture or contamination.
Buy with confidence if your vehicle requires part numbers 96498058XX or 8975CA. This assembly restores the original restraint functionality critical for occupant safety—recommended to be fitted by a qualified technician or an experienced DIYer comfortable working with SRS systems.
