Front Seat Belt

Preparations

NOTE: As the graphics in this service information are used for different model years and/or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the graphics is always correct.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Lead

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Disconnect the battery lead.

See Battery, Disconnecting

For the seat belt tensioner, see Handling Non-Deployed SRS-Components

CAUTION: Under no circumstances use an ohmmeter or other live measuring instrument to take readings on a disconnected non-deployed seat belt tensioner. This could deploy it.

CAUTION: Always replace the seat belt (inertia) reels with the seat belt tensioners and seat belt buckles after a collision. Always replace the seat belts, seat belt tensioners and seat belt buckles when an airbag has deployed. In the event of a collision where the airbag did not deploy the seat belt tensioners must be checked and replaced if necessary.

CAUTION: Seat belt tensioners must never be unscrewed, repaired or moved to another vehicle.

Removing the front seat belt (inertia) reels

Fig 2: Front Seat Belt (Inertia) Reel

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Remove:

the B-post panel according to Panel, B-Post, Replacing
seat belt buckle end mounting. See Seat Belt Buckle End Mounting
the Igniter Wire Connector

Fig 3: Igniter Wire Connector (1 Of 2)

If dismantling the contact reel it is very important that the catch function on the connector is released first. Disconnection should be done in line with the attachment so as not to damage it.

NOTE:
The use of tools of any kind are not advised when disconnecting due to an increased risk of damage to the connector.

Fig 4: Igniter Wire Connector (2 Of 2)

The contact is securely installed to make the contact attachment durable.

WARNING:
A damaged connector can cause failures in the function of the supplemental restraint system (SRS).
screws (x 2)
seat belt (inertia) reel with seat belt tensioner by pulling it straight up.

Remove the seat belt (inertia) reel and the seat belt tensioner by pulling the unit straight upwards and leaving the clips and fixture in place.

Installing the front seat belt (inertia) reels

Fig 5: Front Seat Belt (Inertia) Reel

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Install:

the seat belt (inertia) reel with the seat belt tensioner by pushing it down through the clip into the fixture
screws (x 2). Tighten to 48 Nm
the Igniter Wire Connector.
seat belt buckle end mounting. See Seat Belt Buckle End Mounting
the B-post panel according to Panel, B-Post, Replacing
Check the seat belt function.

Removing the rear seat belt (inertia) reel

Fig 6: Rear Seat Belt (Inertia) Reel

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Remove:

the rear seat cushion. See REAR SEATS
the parcel shelf. See Parcel Shelf
the connector. See Igniter Wire Connector
the nut for the seat belt (inertia) reel
the screw for the end mounting
the seat belt (inertia) reel.

Installing rear seat belt (inertia) reels

Fig 7: Rear Seat Belt (Inertia) Reel

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NOTE: Ensure that the guide for the end mounting is correctly positioned during installation. (The end mounting must be pointing forwards at an angle of 45°).

Install:

the screw for the end mounting. Tighten to 48 Nm
the seat belt (inertia) reel nuts. Tighten to 48 Nm
the connector. See Igniter Wire Connector
the parcel shelf. See Parcel Shelf
the rear seat cushion. See REAR SEATS
the seat belt in the seat belt guide
Then check the seat belt function.