Checking the function of the seatbelt: Check
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Insert a wire in the pipe on the seat belt tensioner as illustrated.
Check the position of the piston in the seat belt tensioner.
Piston position A:
The seat belt tensioner has deployed. Replace both the seat belt (inertia) reels and the seat belt tensioners. See
Piston position B:
The seat belt tensioner has not deployed.
No action is required
NOTE:
If any airbag has deployed, all seat belts and tensioners must be replaced.