Citroën C4 Grand Picasso Front Bonnet Slam Panel Top Crash Bar 9655399980

Citroën C4 Grand Picasso Front Bonnet Slam Panel Top Crash Bar is a structural component responsible for providing stable support for the hood and front bodywork components. As an original Citroën part from the Brackets, mounts and mounting parts category, it ensures the correct geometry of the vehicle's front end and proper load distribution in the frontal zone.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7106E9
• Mark: Citroën
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7106E9
• Substitutable numbers: 9655399980, 7106E9
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Bracket
• Category: Mounts, Brackets & Hardware

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented component is mounted in the front part of the body of the Citroën C4 Grand Picasso and acts as a load-bearing element for the hood and adjacent components. It is responsible for:

• maintaining the proper rigidity of the front panel structure,
• stable mounting of assembly elements and covers,
• correct alignment of the hood lines relative to the fenders and headlights,
• cooperation with the crumple zone during frontal impacts. By maintaining the factory body geometry, this type of crash bar facilitates precise fitting of the hood and other panels, which is important for both the safety and aesthetics of the vehicle.

Original origin and fitment

As an original Citroën brand element designed specifically for the C4 Grand Picasso, this front panel reinforcement ensures:

• factory mounting points consistent with the body structure,
• compatibility with standard brackets, bolts, and hardware,
• appropriate material rigidity selected by the vehicle manufacturer. The lack of need for modifications or forced fitting reduces the risk of body stress and speeds up bodywork and assembly tasks.

Used condition and benefits of choosing dismantled parts

The item is offered in used condition, meaning it comes from a vehicle dismantling process and has been verified for further assembly suitability. This type of solution allows you to:

• maintain material consistency with other structural elements,
• reduce repair costs compared to a new OEM part,
• limit waste and raw material consumption in the automotive industry. If you want to better understand the impact of such choices on the environment, it is worth reading an article describing how used components support ecology – check out the material: Sustainable automotive industry and the advantages of original used parts.

Application in body repairs

Replacing the upper front panel reinforcement is particularly important after frontal collisions or in the case of more serious damage to the hood and surrounding elements. A correctly selected crash bar:

• facilitates the restoration of factory gaps and clearances between panels,
• provides stable support for the hood and mounting elements,
• limits the risk of secondary cracks and deformations in the front zone. This is especially important in family vehicles such as the C4 Grand Picasso, where safety and predictable body structure behavior are of key importance.

Repair expansion within the front panel area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body panel area in your Citroën and need other elements from the same group, such as additional reinforcements, brackets, or mounting supports, check the available parts in the Citroen Brackets, mounts and mounting parts category.