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.).

Seat belt systems not in use at the time of a collision should also be inspected and replaced if found to be damaged or working improperly.




1. RUNNING TEST (IN SAFE AREA)

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 belt locks and cannot be extended at this time.
If the belt does not lock, replace the belt assembly.

HINT: Before installing a belt assembly, be sure to perform inspections on it by itself.