Cleaning and Inspection

This procedure is recommended for the removal of spots and stains from safety belts. It is important that proper cleaning techniques and cleaning agents be used to prevent setting the stain or affecting the color and/or flame resistance of the safety belts. Avoid bleaching or redyeing the belt webbing as this could hinder safety belt strength and performance.

The following materials are needed to clean safety belts:
1. Clean, undyed cotton fabric.
2. Medium hard bristle brush.
3. Ford Extra Strength Spot and Stain Remover B7A-19521-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M5B 197-A.
4. Ford Soil and Spot Lifter E8AZ-19526-A or equivalent aerosol spray can.

General Cleaning Method A

For stains from grease, oil, tar, water spotting, crayon, and lipstick.

NOTE: Using other than recommended cleaners or procedures may affect flammability or fabric appearances.

CAUTION: Care should be used in application of the spot lifter to prevent it from contacting vinyl trim.

1. Remove excess staining material from the fabric by scraping or wiping with a clean cloth.
2. Identify the staining material if possible.
3. Spray the stain with Ford Soil and Spot Lifter E8AZ-19526-A or equivalent from a distance of 204-254mm (8-10 inches) as directed by instructions on can.
4. Allow the spot lifter to dry completely, until it forms a white powder on the surface of the fabric.
5. Brush and vacuum the white powder from the fabric.
6. If the soiled spot is not removed from the fabric, repeat steps 1 through 6 as necessary.
7. Wipe the cleaned area with a damp cloth to remove any residual cleaner.

General Cleaning Method B

For stains such as grease, oil, tar, adhesive, crayon, and lipstick.

1. Remove excess staining material from the fabric by scraping or wiping with a clean cloth.
2. Identify the staining material if possible.
3. If stain is still visible after the spot cleaning procedure (Method A), blot the soiled area with a clean cotton cloth saturated with Ford Extra Strength Spot and Stain Remover B7A-19521-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M5B 197-A.
4. Rub in a circular motion while continuously exposing the clean portion of cloth.
5. Gradually widen the area of application onto the edges of the safety belt.
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 as necessary.
7. Wipe the cleaned area with a clean, damp cloth to remove any residual cleaner.

General Cleaning Method C

For stains from dirt, soil, food, soft drinks, and coffee.

1. Remove excess staining material from the fabric by scraping or wiping with a clean cloth.
2. Identify the staining material if possible.
3. Apply Rosenthal or Bissell or equivalent upholstery cleaner with cloth or brush as directed by instructions on container.
4. Rub in a circular manner until the stain is removed.
5. Gradually widen the area of application to the edges of the safety belt.
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 as necessary.
7. Rub the cleaned area with a damp cloth to absorb residual cleaner.
8. Allow the safety belt to dry at room temperature.

NOTE: Spot cleaning as described in Method A will be sufficient when the soiled area is not excessive. In the event of severe soiling or staining, clean the entire safety belt to avoid a "ring" condition.