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Seats and Restraint Systems
Replacing Safety Belts
after a Crash
If you've had a crash, do you need new
belts?
After a very minor collision, nothing may
be necessary. But if the belts were
stretched, as they would be if worn during
a more severe crash, then you need new
belts.
If belts are cut or damaged, replace them.
Collision damage also may mean you will
need to have safety belt or seat parts
repaired or replaced. New parts and
repairs may be necessary even if the belt
wasn't being used at the time of the
collision.
Q:
What's wrong with this?
A: The belt is torn.
Tom or frayed belts may not protect you
in a crash. They can rip apart under
impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed,
get a new one right away.
Before replacing any safety belt, see your
dealer for the correct part number. You'll
need the model year and model number
for your vehicle. The model year is on
your title and registration. And you can
find the model number on the
Certificationpire label of your vehicle.
See "Certification/Tire Label"
in
the
Index.
The model number on the replacement
belt must be listed on the safety belt you
want to replace. Pull the shoulder belt all
the way out to see this label.
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