Seat Belts Troubleshooting - BMW 1999-2005 M3 Service Manual

Seat Belts
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Troubleshooting
The seat belt reel should lock when
driving quickly through curves, during
severe braking or in case of a collision.
The automatic reel does not require
any servicing and should never be
opened.
In case of an accident, follow the seat
belt troubleshooting procedures
presented in Table a.
Troubleshooting the automatic seat
belt system.
Note:
The rear bench seat belt strap may not
retract fully due to increased friction
between strap and seat cover. A small
remaining loop in belt strap when fully
retracted is acceptable.
WARNING!
For maximum protection from
injury, seat belts should be
replaced as a set (including all
hardware), if they are subject to
occupant loading in a collision.
Seat belts should not be
modified or repaired. The seat
belt mounting points should not
be changed or modified.
Do not bleach or dye seat belt
webbing. Webbing that is
severely faded or re-dyed will
not meet the strength
requirements of a collision and
must be replaced. Clean belts
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