Left front belt Citroën Xsara Picasso 8974L7

Description

Left front safety belt for CITROEN XSARA PICASSO cars
Color FXX- – BLACK
Driver’s side

Part description

This used Citroën Xsara Picasso 8974L7 front left belt is designed for Citroën Xsara Picasso cars. It is a safety belt on the driver’s side, in FXX- – black design. Parts of this type are often searched for by the original number, so when choosing it is important to compare the marking of the part as well as the appearance of the connectors and attachment with the existing piece.

For auto mechanics and home repairs, it is important that this is an original part from the Stellantis Citroën Peugeot group, which can be a suitable solution when replacing a damaged or non-functional seat belt. The advantage is the preservation of the original design of the interior and the corresponding type of assembly for the given model.

Technical information

• Manufacturer: Stellantis Citroën Peugeot
• Model: Citroën Xsara Picasso
• Other numbers: 96314387XX
• Part Type: Left Front Safety Belt
• Party: driver
• Color: FXX- – black

Product codes

• Product codes: 8974L7, 96314387XX
• Models from labels/backgrounds: Citroën Xsara Picasso

Installation recommendations

Typically for this type of part, the exact replacement procedure may vary depending on the specific car model. It is necessary to work carefully with the safety pyro belt, as it is an element of passive safety and part of a system with a pyrotechnic tensioner.

1) Before assembly

• Check that front left, driver side design, color and product numbers match.
• Compare the used part with the old one visually: the shape of the mechanism, the brackets, the mounts, the belt guide and the connector.
• Check the condition of the belt – it must not be torn, frayed, contaminated with oil or mechanically damaged.
• Inspect the mechanism for obvious deformation and signs of activation or impact.
• Before starting work, disconnect the battery and wait a reasonable time to minimize the risk of tampering with safety features.

2) Necessary tools and materials

• A common set of hand tools
• Tools for dismantling interior plastics
• Suitable heads and ratchet
• Clean cloth
• Work gloves
• Or a means for gentle cleaning of surrounding surfaces

3) Step-by-step assembly procedure

1. Park the vehicle in a safe place, turn off the ignition and disconnect the battery.
2. Remove the necessary interior covers to gain access to the belt attachment and its mechanism.
3. Carefully disconnect the electrical connector if the pyro belt is equipped with one.
4. Release the attachment points of the old belt and remove the part without using force to avoid damaging the surrounding plastics or wiring.
5. Compare the old and new part side-by-side, especially the orientation of the mechanism, belt guide, mounts and connectors.
6. Put the used pyro belt in place in the appropriate position and check that there is no tension or crossing of the belt anywhere.
7. Install all fixing points in the original order and make sure the part is correctly seated.
8. Connect the electrical connector, if included in the assembly, and check that it is firmly seated.
9. Before covering, check that the belt extends and retracts smoothly without snagging.
10. Refit the interior plastics and covers.
11. Connect the battery and perform a basic function check.

• 4) Post-assembly checks and test drive/function verification

  • Check that the belt unwinds and retracts smoothly.
  • Verify that the belt is not twisted and passes through the guide properly.
  • Try buckle-in and basic locking with a faster pull.
  • After reassembling the interior, check that there are no knocks, no rubbing, and that the mechanism runs freely.
  • After a short test drive, re-verify the correct function and seating of the part.

  5) The most common assembly mistakes + how to avoid them

  • Swap sides – always check in advance that it is the left front belt on the driver’s side.
  • Not comparing connectors and mounts – compare the old and new part side by side before assembly.
  • Twisted belt – when fitting, pay attention to the correct direction of the fabric.
  • Damage to plastic linings – use appropriate tools for dismantling the interior.
  • Manipulation without disconnecting the battery – it is advisable to always work with the power supply disconnected for safety elements.

  Reasons why the part is damaged

  • activation in the event of an accident or a sharp impact
  • wear of the winding mechanism during long-term use
  • damage to the textile part of the belt due to friction, dirt or pinching
  • deformation of the attachment or body of the mechanism after a crash
  • intrusion of dirt into the mechanism
  • careless disassembly or incorrect previous assembly