Description
Right rear door handle for PEUGEOT 406 vehicles. Color Code ETHC Gray Metallic. Rear door on the passenger side.
Description
Replacement right rear (passenger side) exterior door handle designed for Peugeot 406. Ideal for professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts who need a direct-fit part identified by common OEM references 9101H5 and 9621859377. The handle matches color code ETHC (Gray Metallic) and restores original function and appearance to the rear passenger door. Keywords: Peugeot 406 right rear door handle, 9101H5, 9621859377, ETHC Gray Metallic, replacement door handle.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Peugeot (Stellantis)
- Model: Peugeot 406
- Product Codes: 9101H5, 9621859377
- Additional Numbers: Color Code ETHC (Gray Metallic)
- Location: Right Rear Door (Passenger Side)
Installation Recommendations
Intended for fitment by experienced technicians or competent DIYers. Typical replacement procedure:
- Open the rear passenger door and remove the interior door trim panel (carefully unclip plastic retainers and remove any screws).
- If present, disconnect electrical connectors for central locking or courtesy lights. If the handle assembly includes electrical parts, ensure the battery is disconnected before working on electrics.
- Remove the retaining bolts or screws securing the exterior handle and detach the linkage rods from the handle mechanism.
- Extract the old handle, compare with the new part to confirm matching mounting points and color code, then install the new handle in reverse order.
- Reconnect linkages and electrical connectors, test door open/close operation and central locking function, then re-fit the door trim and fasteners.
Use common hand tools (trim removal tools, Torx/Sockets as required). Avoid forcing plastic clips; replace damaged clips to ensure secure reassembly.
Why This Part Fails Most Often
- Mechanical Wear: Repeated use causes internal levers and pivots to wear, leading to handle slippage or failure to operate the latch.
- Plastic Fatigue: Many handle assemblies use plastic components that become brittle with age and break under load.
- Corrosion and Moisture Ingress: Salt and moisture can corrode metal parts or seize pivot points, especially in older vehicles or regions with winter road salt.
- Impact Damage: Door impacts or attempted forced entry often deform or break the exterior handle.
Notes
This part is often searched by its product numbers (9101H5, 9621859377) and by color code (ETHC). Ensure the handle matches the passenger-side rear door specification of the Peugeot 406 before ordering. Correct installation restores proper operation of the door latch and maintains the vehicle’s exterior appearance.
