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Emergency Locking Retractors

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CAUTION: Perform this test in an area clear of other vehicles or obstructions. Do not conduct this test on the open road. A large, empty parking lot is suitable. Failure to observe this precaution may result in damage to the vehicle and possible personal injury.
  1. Fasten the seat belts. Ask an assistant to buckle up when the retractor being tested is other than the driver seat belt.
  2. Accelerate the vehicle slowly to 16 km/h (10 mph) and apply the brakes firmly.
  3. Verify that the seat belt locks when braking firmly.
  4. If the belt does not lock, proceed with the following steps.
    1. Remove the seat belt retractor assembly.
    2. Tilt the seat belt retractor slowly.
      3. Fig 1: Checking Seat Belt Retractor Inclination
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    3. Ensure that the seat belt webbing can be pulled from the retractor at an inclination of 15 degrees or less and cannot be pulled from the retractor at an inclination of 45 degrees or more.
    4. If the seat belt retractor does not operate as described, replace the retractor assembly. Refer to Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Front (Sedan)  or Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Front (Coupe)  or Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Rear .
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