Seat Belt Tension Sensor: Service and Repair

Force limiter mechanical/belt tension sensor, replacing

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Preparatory work

Important information
The driver's seat always has a mechanical force limiter.
The passenger seat always has a force limiter with a belt tension sensor.

Adjusting the seat position
Move the seat as far forward as possible.

Removal

Removing the force limiter/belt tension sensor




Remove the front seat side panel. See: Side panel front seat, replacing Side Panel Front Seat, Replacing.
Insert a screwdriver on the inside of the end mounting. Remove the seat belt by pressing the catch inwards and pulling upwards.





On the passenger seat, remove:
- the connector
- the screw
- the force limiter with belt tensioner sensor.

On the driver's seat, remove:
- the screw
- the mechanical force limiter.

Installation

Note! For tightening torques, see Specifications [1][2]Body and Frame.

Installing the force limiter/belt tension sensor

Install:
- the force limiter/sensor using the M10 screw. Tighten
- the connector (passenger seat only)
- the seat belt and end mounting
- the side panel. See: Side panel front seat, replacing Side Panel Front Seat, Replacing.

Finishing

Checking the seat belt function and supplementary restraint system
Check the seat belt function. See: Seat belt function, check Testing and Inspection.
Carry out an inspection of the supplementary restraint system. See: Supplementary restraint system (SRS), inspection Supplementary Restraint System (SRS), Inspection.