Emergency Locking Retractors
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WARNING:
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.
- Fasten the seat belts, an assistant is needed when the retractor under test is not part of the driver seat belt.
- Accelerate the vehicle slowly to 16 km/h (10 mph) and apply the brakes firmly.
- Verify that the seat belt locks when braking firmly.
- If the belt does not lock, proceed with the following steps.
Important: When performing this check, note the position that the retractors are mounted. Some retractors are not mounted at a zero degree inclination.
- 4.1. Remove the seat belt retractor assembly.
- 4.2. Tilt the seat belt retractor slowly.
- 4.3. Ensure that the seat belt webbing can be pulled from the retractor at an inclination of 15 degrees forward or less, from the retractors mounted position.
- 4.4. Ensure the retractor cannot be pulled from the retractor at an inclination of 45 degrees forward or more.
- 4.5. If a seat belt retractor does not operate as described, replace the retractor assembly.