Renault Trafic 3 Lock Cylinder Front Door Cover Catch Lock 806478331R

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Renault Trafic 3 Lock Cylinder Front Door Cover Catch Lock is a precision component from the Door handles group, designed for installation in the front body area. It ensures the proper operation of the door locking mechanism, which translates into daily convenience and secure vehicle access.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 806478331R
• Mark: Renault
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 806478331R
• Substitutable numbers: 806478331R, 8064 783 31R
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and function of the lock cylinder

The lock cylinder in the Renault Trafic 3 is responsible for the mechanical interaction between the key and the door lock, enabling secure locking and unlocking. This component is located in the front part of the vehicle, within the external door handle, where it transfers the rotational movement of the key to the lock mechanism.

A properly selected cylinder allows for maintaining the integrity of the locking system, reduces the risk of jamming, and minimizes play in the handle operation. This is particularly important in commercial vehicles such as the Trafic 3, where doors are subjected to intensive daily use.

Construction and fitment for Renault Trafic 3

The presented cylinder is a component dedicated to the Renault door handle, which facilitates proper fitment with the factory mechanism. The design is prepared to work with the original lock system, meaning installation does not require interference with the door structure or modifications to the mounts.

Selecting a component from the Door handles group allows for maintaining compliance with the factory handle geometry, which results in stable seating of the cylinder, correct operation of the linkages, and predictable lock performance over the long term.

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing a used component

The offered lock cylinder comes from the secondary market, which represents a reasonable compromise between cost and functionality. A used component allows for an economical repair of the locking system while maintaining parameters similar to factory-installed solutions.

Choosing an original, pre-owned Renault component offers, among other things:

• maintenance of compatibility with the factory lock mechanism,
• reduction of the risk of installation problems typical of aftermarket parts with imprecise dimensions,
• the ability to restore proper handle operation without the costly replacement of the entire door assembly.

Installation in the front body area

The cylinder is designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle, within the door, which requires access to the handle mechanism from the inside of the door panel. In practice, installation involves removing the handle, taking out the old insert, and seating the new one, while maintaining the correct alignment with the linkages and the locking mechanism.

When replacing, it is worth paying attention to:

• the correct positioning of elements interacting with the cylinder,
• checking the smoothness of the key movement after installation,
• verifying the operation of the lock from both the external and internal handle sides.

Expanding the Renault door handle system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the access area in your Renault and need other elements from the same group, such as external handles, lock inserts, or locking mechanisms, check the available parts in the Renault door handles category.

More about the use of used parts

If you are interested in a broader context of using secondary market components in a car – both in terms of functionality and aesthetics – it is worth reading the guide on interior personalization and the use of used equipment elements: Car interior tuning with Global Parts.