Description
Left Front Door Handle For Peugeot 406. Color ETHC Grey Metallic. Driver’s Door.
This used left front exterior door handle is designed for Peugeot 406 and is a direct-fit replacement for the driver’s door. Supplied with the factory paint code ETHC (Grey Metallic) and referenced under product code 9101H2, it is ideal for professional workshops and DIY mechanics who need a reliable, cosmetically matching part. Replacing a worn or damaged handle restores proper door operation and improves the vehicle’s appearance without repainting when the paint code matches.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Peugeot (Stellantis)
- Model: Peugeot 406
- Product Codes: 9101H2
- Additional Numbers: ETHC (Paint Code, Grey Metallic)
- Placement: Left Front / Driver’s Door
Features And Benefits
- Direct-fit replacement for easy installation without modification.
- Paint code ETHC for color-matched repairs on Grey Metallic vehicles.
- Cost-effective solution to restore door handling and appearance.
- Suitable for use by professional technicians and experienced DIYers.
Installation Recommendations
- Required tools: trim removal tools, Torx/Phillips screwdrivers, ratchet set, pliers.
- Procedure overview: remove door trim panel, detach window/lock rods from the handle linkage, unscrew the handle mounting hardware, remove the old handle and install the replacement, reconnect rods and test operation before refitting the trim.
- Check alignment of linkages and the latch mechanism; apply light grease to moving joints if dry.
- After installation, verify lock/unlock and door open/close from both inside and outside.
- If corrosion or damaged internal rods are found during replacement, replace affected components to ensure long-term reliability.
Why This Part Fails
Exterior door handles commonly fail due to plastic fatigue, repeated mechanical stress, broken or cracked mounting tabs, or damage from impacts. Corrosion of the inner mechanism and seized linkages caused by moisture and road salts can also prevent the handle from operating smoothly. In high-use vehicles, wear on the internal pawls and clips accelerates failure. Lifespan depends on usage and environment but failures are typical after many years of repeated operation.
Recommendation
Check the paint code (ETHC) to ensure a good color match. Inspect internal rods, clips and the latch when replacing the handle to avoid repeat removal. Keep the mechanism lubricated and protect from moisture ingress when possible. Order by product code 9101H2 for faster identification and dispatch.
