Bowden Cable Renault Trafic 2 Vauxhall Vivaro A Door Lock Open Front 91166305

Bowden Cable Renault Trafic 2 Vauxhall Vivaro A Door Lock Open Front is a component from the Locks and latches group, responsible for precisely transferring movement from the door handle mechanism to the door lock. This practical solution allows for maintaining the correct operation of the locking system in the front area of the vehicle, ensuring convenient and predictable operation of the driver or passenger door.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 91166305
• Mark: Renault
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 91166305
• Substitutable numbers: 91166305, 91 166 305, 7700311801E, 7700 311 801 E
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and function of the door lock cable

The presented cable is dedicated to vehicles from the Renault family and related models, such as the Opel Vivaro A, where it is responsible for the mechanical connection between the handle and the lock in the front part of the body. A properly selected cable ensures that the movement of the hand on the handle is efficiently transferred to the locking mechanism, which translates into reliable opening and closing of the door without excessive resistance.

Properly matching the component to a specific vehicle model is crucial for maintaining the factory geometry of the lock's operation, avoiding play, and preventing unwanted stress in the system. Thanks to this, the locking system remains stable, and the risk of jamming or incomplete door closing is limited.

Construction and functional features

The door lock cable has been designed as a component that works with the original lock and handle mechanism in the front body area. The construction is based on a rigid yet sufficiently flexible rod or profile that transfers linear movement without significant deformation. The applied mounting ends allow for secure seating in the levers and catches of the lock mechanism, which minimizes operating play.

By maintaining the correct working length and shape, the cable works with the factory mounting points in the door, which facilitates installation and allows for the preservation of the original operating characteristics of the lock. This solution promotes stable operation and reduces the need for additional adjustments after replacement.

Condition, fitment, and installation

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical repair of the locking system while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. In practice, this means the ability to restore the correct operation of the door mechanism without having to resort to replacements with uncertain parameters.

The cable is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle, within the door, in the immediate vicinity of the lock and handle. With proper selection for a specific body version, installation comes down to:

• disconnecting the old cable from the handle and lock levers,
• seating the new component in the factory sockets,
• checking the full range of handle movement and correct locking.

This approach allows for a quick restoration of door functionality without interfering with other elements of the system.

Benefits of using the original cable

Using a door lock cable matched to the Renault Trafic 2 and Opel Vivaro A provides a number of practical operational benefits:

• Stable operation of the lock mechanism – proper transfer of movement from the handle to the lock reduces the risk of jamming and incomplete door opening.
• Reproduction of factory geometry – the length and shape of the cable are adapted to the original system, which promotes correct locking.
• Economical repair – a used component allows for lower service costs while maintaining parameters similar to a factory-installed part.
• Hassle-free installation – compatibility with factory mounting points shortens work time and reduces the risk of installation errors.

Expansion of the locking system and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door and lock area in your Renault and need other components from the same group, such as lock mechanisms, latches, or additional cables, check out the available parts in the Renault locks and latches category.

For drivers interested in a broader look at vehicle modernization, including the impact of various components on comfort and driving characteristics, an article dedicated to exhaust systems and performance components may be helpful – you can find it here: Performance exhaust system: used manifolds and sports catalytic converters on the road.