Seat Belt Webbing, Checking

WARNING:

The seat belt system must be inspected systematically after every accident. If damage is determined at any inspection point, the customer must be informed that it is necessary to replace the seat belt.

-- Pull the seat belt webbing completely off automatic belt retractor.

-- Check the seat belt webbing for contamination, wash with mild soapy water if necessary. Refer to the Owner's Manual.

If one of the types of damage (point 1 or 2) shown in the following is detected on a vehicle which has been in an accident - seat belt must be replaced completely with seat belt latch and belt height adjuster.
If one kind of damage under points 1, 2, 3 or 4 is detected on a vehicle which has not been in an accident, only the damaged seat belt needs to be replaced.
Seat belt webbing cut, torn or chafed.

Fig 1: Belt Webbing Cut, Torn Or Chafed
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Webbing loops on belt edge torn.

Fig 2: Checking Belt Webbing - Webbing Loops On Belt Edge Torn
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Burn marks from cigarettes or similar.

Fig 3: Burn Marks From Cigarettes Or Similar
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One side of belt edge deformed or area of belt edge is wavy.

Fig 4: Belt Edge Deformed On One Side And/Or Belt Edge Area Is Wavy
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