Description
Seat Belt Buckle for CITROËN C5 II Vehicles. Driver and Front Passenger Seat. Color FGW- – DIGIMAT.
High-quality replacement seat belt buckle designed for front seats of the Citroën C5 II. This OEM-style unit (reference 8973NX) restores reliable seatbelt latching and occupant detection for vehicles equipped with a DIGIMAT finish. Ideal for professional workshops and experienced DIYers who need a direct-fit part to eliminate buckle rattles, faulty buckle switches or intermittent seatbelt warning lights.
Features and Function
The seat belt buckle secures the webbing tongue and contains the latch mechanism and, where fitted, a microswitch that reports buckle status to the vehicle’s restraint system. Proper operation is critical for occupant safety and for correct functioning of the seatbelt reminder and airbag interlock logic. This part fits the front driver and passenger positions and matches the factory color and mounting interface for an unobtrusive replacement.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Stellantis (Citroën/Peugeot)
- Model: Citroën C5 II (Second Generation)
- Product Codes: 8973NX, NFP
- Other Numbers: Color Code FGW- (DIGIMAT)
Replacement Procedure
- Ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface and the ignition is off.
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal before starting work to avoid accidental airbag deployment and electrical faults.
- Remove the seat trim/trim clips and seat cushion as required to access the buckle mounting bolt and electrical connector.
- Disconnect the buckle electrical connector (if present) and unbolt the buckle from the seat frame.
- Fit the new buckle in the same orientation, reconnect the electrical plug and tighten the mounting bolt to the manufacturer’s specification.
- Reinstall seat components, reconnect the battery, then verify correct buckle latching and that the seatbelt warning lamp and system behavior are normal.
Reasons This Part Commonly Fails
- Mechanical wear of the latch components leading to poor engagement or intermittent release.
- Contamination with dirt, debris or liquids causing jamming of the latch mechanism.
- Failure of the internal microswitch or connector corrosion, producing continuous or intermittent seatbelt warning lights.
- Physical damage from impact or excessive force on the buckle tongue.
Installation Recommendations
- Recommended for installation by experienced technicians or skilled DIYers who can access the seat structure safely.
- Always disconnect the negative battery terminal before working on any restraint-system components.
- Use the correct tools to avoid damage to trim, seat foam or mounting threads; replace any damaged fasteners with OEM-equivalent hardware.
- After installation, perform a functional check: buckle engagement should be smooth and audible, and any seatbelt reminder indicators should behave normally.
Order this genuine-style replacement using product code 8973NX to ensure you receive the correct seat belt buckle for Citroën C5 II front seats.
