Vehicles with pyrotechnic seat belt tensioners
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 19 other vehicles, including the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, 1999 Volkswagen GTI, 1998 Volkswagen Jetta, and 1998 Volkswagen Golf. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
- Testing, removing, installing and repairs may only be carried out by qualified personnel.
- The pyrotechnic propellant has no expiration date, i.e. it has unlimited, maintenance-free life.
- Belt tensioner components may be neither opened or repaired; always use new parts.
- Belt tensioner units that have been dropped on the floor must not be installed in a vehicle.
- Belt tensioner units that are mechanically damaged (dents, cracks) must be replaced.
- The belt tensioner unit should be installed immediately after removing it from its packaging.
- If work is interrupted, return the tensioner unit to its packaging until work can continue.
- DO NOT leave a tensioner unit unattended if it has been removed from its packaging.
- The belt tensioner unit must not be treated with grease, cleaning solution or similar substances.
- Belt tensioner units MUST NOT be exposed to temperatures above 100°C (212°F).