Description
Left front door handle for PEUGEOT 406 cars
Color EKQD LACQUER RED LUCIFER
Driver’s door
Part description
The used left front door handle is intended for the Peugeot 406 and represents a practical solution when replacing a damaged or non-functioning handle. Thanks to the original design, it follows the appearance of the car well and maintains the correct function of opening the driver’s door.
The part is searched mainly according to the designation 9101H2 and the color code EKQD. It is important for auto mechanics and DIYers that it is a specific design for the left front door, i.e. the driver’s side, in the shade Lucifer red.
Technical information
Product codes
- Product codes: 9101H2, EKQD
- Models: Peugeot 406
Installation recommendations
This part is a door handle replacement. The procedure below is generally typical for this type of part; the exact installation may vary depending on the specific design of the car and the design of the door.
1) Before assembly
- Check that the new part matches the old part in shape, fit, mounting side and color scheme.
- In particular, check if this is indeed the left front handle for the driver’s door.
- Check the condition of the attachment points, moving parts and crank surface.
- If there are carryover parts on the original part, prepare them for reassembly.
2) Necessary tools and materials
- Set of common hand tools
- Screwdrivers or bits according to the type of connecting material
- Plastic levers for panel removal
- Clean cloth
- Preparation for cleaning assembly surfaces
3) Step-by-step assembly procedure
- Open the door and make sure you have enough work space.
- Remove the inner door trim if needed to access the handle attachment.
- Carefully disconnect any tie rod or connecting mechanism from the original crank.
- Undo the fasteners of the old handle and carefully lift the handle out of the door.
- Check the condition of the lock mechanism and associated parts at the installation site.
- Clean the contact surfaces and remove any dirt.
- Place the replacement crank in the mounting position in the correct orientation.
- Reattach the tie rod or control mechanism so that it moves freely without binding.
- Fix the handle with original or matching fasteners.
- Before reassembling the trim, test the opening function and the return of the handle to the starting position several times.
- Refit the door trim and check that nothing is pinched or loose.
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4) Post-assembly checks and test drive/function verification
- Verify that the door opens smoothly from the outside.
- Check that the handle does not have excessive play and returns properly.
- Try opening and closing the door repeatedly.
- Check that there are no creaks after installation and that the door trim is firmly in place.
5) The most common assembly mistakes + how to avoid them
- Swapping part side – always compare the orientation and fit with the old crank before assembly.
- Incorrect connection of the rod – after connecting, test the mechanism manually before assembling the door.
- Door trim damage – use appropriate plastic levers and proceed with caution.
- Insufficient cleaning of the contact surfaces – dirt can cause bad seating or play of the handle.
- Premature assembly – always verify the function of the handle first before returning all covers and trims.
Reasons why the part is damaged
- Frequent mechanical stress during daily use of the driver’s door
- Crack or wear of internal crank mechanism
- Damage after forcefully opening the door
- Effect of age, weather conditions and surface treatment wear
- Looseness or deformation of attachment during long-term operation







