Seat Belt Service Precautions

Important:  If the vehicle has been in a collision, refer to REPAIRS AND INSPECTIONS REQUIRED AFTER A COLLISION  for additional information.

• Do not bleach or dye the seat belt webbing. Use only the following items in order to clean the seat belt webbing:
  • A mild soap and water solution
  • A soft brush or cloth
• Keep sharp edges and damaging objects away from the seat belts. Do not bend or damage any part of the seat belt buckle or latch plate. Replace any seat belts that are cut or damaged in any manner.
• Use only the correct seat belt anchor bolts. Tighten the correct seat belt anchor bolt/screw to the correct torque value. Refer to FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS . Begin tightening the seat belt anchor bolts by hand in order to ensure that the bolt is threaded straight.
• Some seat belts and retractors require service as a set with service replacement components only. Do not repair individual components that require service as a set.
• Verify that the replacement part number is correct for the vehicle at that seating position. Do not substitute a seat belt from a different seating position.