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Seat Belt Webbing, Checking







Seat Belt Webbing, Checking

Procedure

- Pull the belt completely out of the automatic belt retractor or lap belt adjustment tongue.

- Check belt webbing for soiling, wash with mild soap solution if necessary.

If one of the types of damage (1 and 2) shown in the following is detected on a vehicle which has been in an accident - seat belt must be replaced completely with belt buckle.

If damage as illustrated under points 1, 2 or 3 is determined on vehicle which has not been involved in an accident, it is sufficient to replace damaged belt only.

1 - Belt webbing cut, torn or chafed.






2 - Webbing loops on belt edge torn.






3 - Burn marks from cigarettes or the like.