Seat Belt Systems: Service Precautions

FRONT SEAT BELT

PRECAUTION

CAUTION: Replace the faulty parts of the seat belt systems (outer belt, inner belt, bolts, nuts, adjustable shoulder anchor, tether anchor hardware, etc..).
When inspecting a vehicle that was recently in a collision, be sure to check all of the seat belt systems regardless of whether or not the system was activated in the collision. Replace any damaged or malfunctioning systems.




1. RUNNING TEST

CAUTION: Conduct this test in a safe area.

a. Fasten the front seat belts.
b. Drive the vehicle at 16 km/h (10 mph) and firmly depress the brakes. Check that the belts lock and cannot be extended at this time.
If a belt does not lock, replace the belt assembly.

HINT: Before installing a belt assembly, be sure to inspect it.