Description
Seat Belt Mount For Peugeot 308 T7 Driver Side
Durable Seat Belt Buckle Mount Designed For Professional Garages And DIY Enthusiasts. This replacement seat belt mount fits the Driver Side of Peugeot 308 T7 models and is commonly searched under the code 8975K9. The part secures the seat belt lock/buckle assembly to the vehicle structure, ensuring correct operation of the restraint system. Ideal For Mechanics And Hobbyists Who Need A Direct-Fit Component To Restore Safe Operation After Wear, Corrosion Or Accident Damage.
Features And Function
The mount Provides A Solid Anchor Point For The Seat Belt Buckle/Locking Mechanism. Its Primary Functions Are To Hold The Buckle In The Correct Position For Easy Use, Transmit Loads To The Vehicle Body During A Crash, And Maintain The Correct Geometry Of The Belt System. Depending On The Specific Vehicle Equipment, The Assembly May Include A Buckle Switch For Occupant Detection.
Replacement And Fitment
Replacement Typically Involves Removing Interior Trim Panels Around The Seat, Unbolting The Old Mount From The Seat Frame Or Body Anchor, Disconnecting Any Electrical Connector (If Buckle Switch Is Present), And Installing The New Unit Using The Correct Fasteners. After Fitting, Confirm The Buckle Latches And Releases Smoothly And That Any Seat Belt Indicator On The Dash Resets Correctly.
Installation Recommendations
- Disconnect The Battery Before Removal To Reduce The Risk Of Unwanted Airbag Or Electronic Signals And Wait A Few Minutes For Systems To Power Down.
- Keep Bolts And Fixings Clean; Replace Damaged Or Stretched Fasteners With New Items To Maintain Crash Integrity.
- Observe Manufacturer Torque Settings For Mounting Bolts; If Unsure, Use A Torque Wrench And Refer To Factory Manuals.
- Handle Any Buckle Switch Connector Carefully; Ensure Secure Seat-Back And Trim Reassembly To Avoid Noise Or Interference.
- After Installation, Perform A Functional Check: Latch/Release Operation, Seat Belt Warning Light Behavior, And Visual Inspection For Correct Alignment.
Why The Part Fails Most Often
Common Causes Of Failure Include Corrosion Of The Mounting Points, Physical Damage From Collisions, Wear And Contamination Of The Buckle Mechanism, And Plastic Fatigue In Clips Or Guides. Electrical Faults Can Occur In Buckle Switches Due To Moisture Or Connector Corrosion. Replacement Is Usually Required After A Crash Or When The Buckle Fails To Latch, Releases Unintentionally, Or Triggers A Seat Belt Warning Light.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Peugeot (Stellantis)
- Model: Peugeot 308 T7
- Product Codes: 8975K9, 8975.K9
- Other Numbers: No Additional Numbers Provided
Notes For Mechanics And DIYers
This Component Is Frequently Searched By Its Product Code 8975K9. When Replacing Any Seat Belt Fixing, Treat The Part As A Safety-Critical Item: Use Correct Fasteners, Follow Manufacturer Procedures, And Verify Proper Operation Before Returning The Vehicle To Service. If The Vehicle Has Been Involved In An Accident, Inspect Surrounding Structure And Replace Any Damaged Components To Ensure System Integrity.
