Belt Webbing, Checking

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-- Pull belt webbing completely off automatic belt retractor.

-- Check belt webbing for soiling, wash with mild soap solution if necessary.

If one of the types of damage (point 1 or 2) shown in the following is detected on a vehicle which has been in an accident - seat belt must be replaced completely with seat belt latch and belt height adjuster.
If one kind of damage under points 1, 2, 3 or 4 is detected on a vehicle which has not been in an accident, only the damaged seat belt needs to be replaced.
Belt webbing cut, torn or chafed.

Fig 1: Identifying Belt Webbing Cut, Torn Or Chafed
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Webbing loops on belt edge torn.

Fig 2: Identifying Belt Webbing - Webbing Loops On Belt Edge Torn
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Burn marks from cigarettes or similar.

Fig 3: Identifying Burn Marks From Cigarettes Or Similar
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One side of belt edge deformed or area of belt edge is wavy.

Fig 4: Identifying Belt Edge Deformed On One Side And/Or Belt Edge Area Is Wavy
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