Seat Belt Webbing, Checking

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Procedure

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

-- Check the seat belt webbing for contamination, wash with mild soapy water if necessary. Refer to the appropriate Service Information.

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, the entire seat belt must be replaced with the belt latch.
If damage under points 1, 2, 3 and/or 4 is detected on a vehicle not involved in an accident, then only the damaged seat belt needs to be replaced.
1 - Seat belt webbing cut, torn or frayed.

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

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

Fig 3: Burn Marks From Cigarettes Or Similar
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4 - 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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