{"product_id":"15-pin-auto-lamp-connector-headlight-light-plug-with-terminals-ac-assembly-for-citroen-peugeot-144980-1","title":"144980-1 Automotive 15-Pin Headlight Connector — Citroen \/ Peugeot AC Assembly Lamp Plug with Terminals","description":"\u003ch2\u003e144980-1 Automotive 15-Pin Headlight Connector — Citroen \/ Peugeot AC Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e144980-1\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 15-pin automotive headlight connector for Citroen and Peugeot (PSA Group) LED and xenon headlamp assembly wiring harnesses. This TE Connectivity-referenced part number is used in PSA Group headlamp assembly connectors across multiple Citroen and Peugeot models, providing the sealed interface between the vehicle wiring harness and the headlamp assembly’s integrated LED drivers, leveling motors, and sensor circuits. Supplied with matching crimp terminals for complete connector assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePSA Group (now Stellantis) vehicles are known for headlamp connector issues — the combination of French road conditions, high-pressure car wash use, and the front bumper location creates a demanding environment for headlamp connectors. The 144980-1 is a direct OEM-compatible replacement that restores the original sealed connection without requiring headlamp assembly replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e144980-1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTE Connectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePin Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeadlamp assembly \/ AC assembly connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaterproof (sealed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePA66 glass-filled nylon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerminal Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTin-plated copper alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40°C to +125°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Platforms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCitroen, Peugeot (PSA \/ Stellantis)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoHS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible PSA Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeugeot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e308 (T9\/P5), 3008 (P84), 508 (R8), 2008 (P24)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED\/xenon headlamp variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCitroen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC4 (B7\/C41), C5 Aircross (E3), C3 Aircross (SX)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED\/xenon headlamp variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDS3 Crossback, DS7 Crossback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED headlamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpel\/Vauxhall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrandland X, Crossland X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePSA platform, LED headlamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePSA Headlamp Connector — Common Failure Modes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-pressure wash damage\u003c\/strong\u003e — PSA vehicles are popular in markets with frequent high-pressure car washing; direct water jet at the headlamp connector area can force water past degraded wire seals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED driver heat cycling\u003c\/strong\u003e — PSA LED headlamp drivers run hot; the connector experiences repeated thermal cycling that fatigues wire seals and terminal contact springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBSI (Body Systems Interface) communication faults\u003c\/strong\u003e — PSA’s BSI module monitors headlamp circuits via LIN bus; a corroded LIN bus terminal in the headlamp connector causes BSI communication faults and headlamp warning lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeveling motor faults\u003c\/strong\u003e — PSA vehicles with automatic headlamp leveling frequently develop leveling motor DTCs caused by connector terminal corrosion rather than motor failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ: What PSA-specific DTCs indicate a headlamp connector fault?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon PSA DTCs associated with headlamp connector faults include: \u003cstrong\u003eB1A00–B1AFF\u003c\/strong\u003e (lighting system faults), \u003cstrong\u003eU1213\u003c\/strong\u003e (LIN bus communication fault with headlamp module), and leveling motor DTCs in the BSI or headlamp control module. Use Diagbox (PSA’s official diagnostic software), iCarsoft CP II, or a compatible OBD2 scanner with PSA-specific DTC support to read and interpret these codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ: How do I access the headlamp connector on Peugeot 308 \/ Citroen C4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 144980-1 connector is accessible from the engine bay on most PSA models. Open the bonnet and locate the headlamp assembly. On Peugeot 308 T9 and Citroen C4 B7, the connector is accessible after removing the air filter box or battery cover on the driver’s side. The connector locking mechanism varies by model — some use a sliding lock, others use a rotating lever. Consult the vehicle’s workshop manual for the specific locking mechanism before attempting to disconnect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ: Do I need to recalibrate the headlamp leveling after replacing the connector?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — if the leveling motor circuit was interrupted by the connector fault, perform a \u003cstrong\u003eheadlamp leveling calibration\u003c\/strong\u003e using Diagbox or a compatible PSA diagnostic tool after replacing the connector and clearing DTCs. Navigate to the headlamp control module and run the leveling motor initialization procedure. On PSA vehicles, this procedure is called “Actuator Test” or “Initialization” in the headlamp module menu. 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