Ford Transit Courier Seat Belt Buckle Latch Front Driver Side ET76-A61208-BD

Ford Transit Courier Seat Belt Buckle Latch Front Driver Side is an original component from the Seat belts and parts category, designed for installation in the front of the vehicle. This used buckle ensures a factory-fit for the seat belt fastening system, facilitating the service replacement of a damaged part while maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's design.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: ET76-A61208-AE
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: ET76-A61208-AE
• Substitutable numbers: ET76-A61208-AE, ET76A61208AE, 2014279, ET76-A61208-AF, ET76A61208AF
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Buckle Tongue
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and function of the seat belt buckle

The presented buckle is responsible for the mechanical and signal connection of the seat belt on the driver's or front passenger's side, depending on the interior configuration of the Ford Transit Courier. A properly functioning buckle is crucial for correct belt fastening and interaction with the vehicle's passive safety systems.

The component has been designed specifically for the Ford brand, ensuring the correct geometry, length, and angle relative to the seat and center console. Proper fitment reduces the risk of stress on the mounts and ensures comfortable belt usage in daily operation.

Benefits of using an original buckle

Using an original seat belt buckle in a Ford Transit Courier allows you to:

• maintain compliance with the vehicle's factory safety system,
• ensure proper interaction with seat belt warning sensors,
• preserve the correct position of the mounting point relative to the seat,
• reduce the need for modifications to the installation or mounts.

As a result, replacing a damaged or worn buckle with an original part from the same design group is a technically safe and predictable solution in terms of installation.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The buckle is intended for installation in the front part of the cabin, on the left side of the vehicle. This placement requires following the correct sequence for interior component removal and checking the condition of the seat and center console mounts. In practice, installation involves:

• disconnecting the old buckle from the mounting point and electrical wiring (if applicable),
• checking the condition of threads and mounting bolts,
• securing the new component with the correct tightening torque according to Ford's service documentation.

Due to its importance for safety, it is recommended that installation be performed by a workshop experienced in working with seat belt systems.

Application in service and vehicle restoration

A used seat belt buckle is suitable for both typical post-accident repairs and for restoring full interior functionality in an intensively used Ford Transit Courier. Replacing this component is particularly important when:

• the buckle does not ensure a secure latching of the belt tongue,
• there are issues with the seat belt warning light on the instrument cluster,
• there is mechanical damage to the housing or mount.

For users interested in a broader context of using used parts in vehicles of a similar age to the Transit Courier, valuable information on modernization and vehicle rejuvenation can be found in the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years.

How to safely select a used seat belt buckle

When selecting a seat belt buckle for a Ford Transit Courier, it is crucial to verify compatibility with the specific vehicle equipment version and its placement on the vehicle. In practice, this means checking:

• compatibility with the seat and center console mounting system,
• the type of electrical connector used (if applicable),
• intended use for the left side in the front cabin.

Additional tips on safely purchasing used parts online, including components from the seat belt group, can be found in the guide Safe purchase of used car parts online – a step-by-step guide, which discusses, among other things, selection by catalog numbers and workshop practices.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cabin safety zone in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as tensioners, retractors, or complete seat belts, check the available parts in the Ford Seat belts and parts category.