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Front Seat Outer Belt Assembly With PRETENSIONER: Precaution: Precaution

WARNING:

Replace any faulty seat belt components (outer belt, inner belt, bolts, nuts, adjustable shoulder anchor, tether anchor hardware and other related parts). When inspecting a vehicle that was in a collision, be sure to check all of the seat belt systems regardless of whether or not the system was activated in the collision. Replace any damaged or malfunctioning components.

Fig 1: Checking Belts Lock
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  1. ROAD TEST (IN SAFE AREA) 
    WARNING:

    Conduct this test in a safe area.

    HINT: 

    This road test should be performed with the driver seat and the front passenger seat occupied.

    1. Fasten the front seat belts.
    2. Drive the vehicle at 16 km/h (10 mph) and firmly depress the brake pedal. Check that the belts lock and cannot be extended at this time.

      If a belt does not lock, replace the seat belt assembly. Refer to REMOVAL .

      HINT: 

      Inspect the seat belt assembly before installing it. Refer to INSPECTION .