Inspection

Buckle Operation Inspection (Service Advisor)

Carefully inspect the front seat belt buckles for proper function and manufacturer.





1. Push the seat belt latch plate into the buckle. They should latch together with a sharp click. Push the PRESS button to release the latch plate from the buckle. It should release with a sharp click and the latch plate should pop out of the buckle.





2. Look at the manufacturer's mark on the back of the buckle assembly.

NSK-manufactured

^ If the front buckle assemblies are in good condition, complete and mail a Verification of Manufacturer postcard to American Honda. Tell the customer the car is not included in this campaign, and that the seat belts are covered by a lifetime warranty.

^ If you find a buckle that is not latching or unlatching properly, replace it with standard service parts. File a claim under the provisions of the Lifetime Seat Belt Warranty, and mail a Verification of Manufacturer postcard to American Honda.

Takata-manufactured

^ If both buckles latch and unlatch properly, go to Button Inspection (Technician).

^ If either buckle fails to latch or unlatch properly, go to Seat Belt Buckle Replacement.

Button Inspection (Technician)

Inspect the buckle release buttons to see if they are cracked or broken, and replace or modify the buckles accordingly.





1. Wet a cotton swab with a five percent soap and water solution. Clean the inside edge of the release button.





2. Using the Buckle Inspection Mirror (see TOOL INFORMATION) and a bright light, examine the release button for chips or cracks.

^ If either front buckle assembly has a chipped or cracked release button, go to Seat Belt Buckle Replacement, CORRECTIVE ACTION A.

^ If the front buckle assemblies are in good condition, go to Seat Belt Buckle Guide Installation, CORRECTIVE ACTION B.