Front Seat Belt Inspection
WARNING:
- Never attempt to disassemble or repair the seat belt pretensioner (retractor assembly). If any abnormality is found, be sure to replace it with new one as an assembly.
- Be sure to read Precautions on Service and Diagnosis of Seat Belt , before starting to work and observe every precaution during work. Neglecting them may result in personal injury or unactivation of the seat belt pretensioner when necessary.
- Never measure resistance of pretensioner or disassemble it. Otherwise, personal injury may result.
CAUTION:
If seat belt pretensioner (retractor assembly) was dropped from a height of 30 cm (1 ft) or more, it should be replaced.
Seat belts and attaching parts can affect the vital components and systems of a vehicle.
Therefore, they should be inspected carefully and replaced with genuine parts only.
Seat Belt
- The seat belt webbing or strap should be free from damage.
Retractor Assembly (with Seat Belt Pretensioner)
- Let the seat belt retract fully to confirm its easy retraction.
- The retractor assembly should lock webbing when pulled quickly.
- The front seat belt retractor assembly (1) should pass the inspection and should lock webbing even when tilted (approx. 15°) toward the fore and aft or right and left directions.
- Check retractor assembly (1) with seat belt pretensioner appearance visually for following symptoms and if any one of them is applicable, replace it with a new one as an assembly.
- Pretensioner has activated.
- There is a crack in seat belt pretensioner (retractor assembly).
- Seat belt pretensioner (retractor assembly) is damaged or a strong impact (e.g., dropping) was applied to it.
Anchor Bolt
- Anchor bolts should be torqued to specification.
Belt Latch
- It should be secure when latched.
Seat Belt Buckle Sensor
- Check sensor connector (sensor side and harness side) or lock mechanism for damage or crack.
- Check connector terminals for bent, corrosion or rust.