Checking belt strap

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Porsche Macan and 2015 Porsche Macan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Pull the belt strap on the automatic belt device out fully.
Check the belt strap for soiling. Clean it, if necessary, using mild soap suds. Avoid direct sunshine when drying.

Damage type 1
1. 1.1. If one of the damage types shown below -Damage type 1, 2- is found on an vehicle involved in an accident, the seat belt and seat-belt buckle must be replaced.
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Damage type 2
1. 2.1. If damage such as damage type -Damage type 1, 2, 3- is found on a vehicle not involved in an accident, it is sufficient to replace the damaged seat belt.
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Damage type 3
1. 3.1. Burn hole from cigarettes, for example.
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Damage type 4
1. 4.1. The seat-belt pretensioner must always be replaced if it has been triggered. The seat belt is damaged by the deflector -Damage type 4- .

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