Seat Belt Webbing, Checking

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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, refer to the Operating Instructions.

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.

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

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

Fig 3: Burn Marks From Cigarettes Or Similar
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