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Seat Belts, Inspecting







Seat Belts, Inspecting

After every accident the seat belt system must be inspected systematically! If damage is determined when inspecting the check points, customer must be informed regarding necessity of changing belts.

Inspection Points

Check belt webbing.

Check the automatic belt retractor (locking function)

Visual inspection of belt buckle

Belt latch function test

Check belt guide rings and locking tongue

Check securing components and anchorage points

Check the function of the child seat anchorage for additional child seats (not for the driver safety belt)

If customer refuses to have a damaged seat belt replaced, appropriate note should be made in service book.