Description
The Peugeot 308 T7 Handbrake Lever is an original part from the Handbrake Levers group, designed for the parking brake system in the Peugeot 308 T7 generation. This used OEM part ensures a factory fit, maintaining the correct geometry of the mechanism’s operation and consistency with other elements of the center console.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 4701C7
- Mark: Peugeot
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 4701C7
- Substitutable numbers: 4701C7, 96810052ZR
- Part type: Handbrake Lever
- Category: Handbrake Levers
Purpose and Function in the Braking System
The handbrake lever is responsible for the mechanical engagement of the parking brake, transferring force from the driver’s hand to the rear axle brake cables. In the Peugeot 308 T7, this component works with the factory drum or disc-drum (depending on the version) mechanism, ensuring stable vehicle immobilization during stops, parking on inclines, and service maneuvers.
The original lever from this series is designed for optimal arm length, working stroke, and grip ergonomics, which translates to predictable handbrake operation and a repeatable engagement point.
Construction and Fit for Peugeot 308 T7
The presented lever has been developed specifically for the 308 T7 platform, ensuring full compatibility with the factory mounting in the center console and the original cable system. The design includes appropriate support points, cable routing, and space for interior trim elements, facilitating installation without the need for body modifications.
As an OEM part from Peugeot, the lever meets manufacturer requirements for mechanical strength, fatigue resistance, and long-term operational stability. The used component retains its original performance characteristics, which is crucial for brake system repairs in accordance with factory service documentation.
Benefits of Using an Original Handbrake Lever
Using an original handbrake lever in the Peugeot 308 T7 allows for maintaining the integrity of the entire braking system and avoiding problems typical of aftermarket replacements with imprecise fit. Key benefits include:
- Factory fit with body mountings and center console covers.
- Predictable lever travel and repeatable force required to engage the brake.
- Compatibility with original parking brake cables.
- The ability to correctly adjust the handbrake according to Peugeot service procedures.
This makes the lever a solid foundation for restoring proper parking brake function after wear or damage to the original component.
Part Condition and Service Application
The offered lever is a salvaged part and is classified as a used original part. Such components are often chosen for maintenance repairs when preserving the factory design while optimizing service costs is a priority. The lever is suitable for both replacing a damaged mechanism and for a comprehensive renovation of the parking brake system in the Peugeot 308 T7.
System Expansion – Related Parts
If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking area in your Peugeot and need other parts from the same group, such as cables, ratchet mechanisms, or mounting brackets, check the available parts in the Peugeot Handbrake Levers category.
To compare different manufacturers’ approaches to designing braking systems and sport components, it is worth reading an article describing the differences between standard and sport components – you can find it here: BMW M Performance: What’s the Difference Between BMW M Components and Standard Ones?.






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