Seat Belt Systems: Service Precautions
Vehicles With Emergency Tensioning Seat Belt RetractorsWARNING:
- Testing, removing, installing and repairs may only be carried out by qualified personnel.
- The pyrotechnic propellant has no expiration date, i.e. it has unlimited, maintenance-free life.
- Belt tensioner components may be neither opened or repaired;always use new parts.
- Belt tensioner units that have been dropped on the floor must not be installed in a vehicle.
- Belt tensioner units that are mechanically damaged (dents, cracks) must be replaced.
- The belt tensioner unit should be installed immediately after removing it from its packaging.
- If work is interrupted, return the tensioner unit to its packaging until work can continue.
- DO NOT leave a tensioner unit unattended if it has been removed from its packaging.
- The belt tensioner unit must not be treated with grease, cleaning solution or similar substances.
- Belt tensioner units MUST NOT be exposed to temperatures above 100°C (212°F).