Contents: Periodic inspection of seat belts ⇓ Keep seat belts clean and dry ⇓ When Should Seat Belts Be Replaced? ⇓
It is not permitted to remove or modify the seat belt system. In addition, care must be taken to ensure that the seat belts and related parts are not damaged by seat hinges, doors or improper use.
Warning! When returning the rear seatback to the upright position, be careful not to damage the seat belt webbing or buckle. Make sure you do not pinch or catch the seat belt webbing or buckle in the rear seat.
Periodic inspection of seat belts
It is recommended that all seat belts be checked periodically for cuts, wear and fraying of the belt webbing, as well as cracks and deformation of their metal parts. Replace any belts that are defective as soon as possible.
Keep seat belts clean and dry
Keep the seat belts clean and dry. If the seat belts become dirty, clean them with a neutral detergent dissolved in warm water. Do not attempt to bleach, repaint the belts or use strong detergents or abrasives to clean the belts, as this will damage them and weaken the belt webbing material.
When Should Seat Belts Be Replaced?
After any accident, all seat belts, as well as the inertia reels and the belt fastening hardware, must be replaced. This must be done even if no visible damage to the seat belts is found.