Seats and Restraints
Replacing Seat Belts
Always replace a seat belt assembly where
the webbing shows signs of fraying.
Regularly inspect the belt webbing for signs of fraying, cuts
and wear; also pay particular attention to the condition of
the fixing points and adjusters.
Seat Belt Pre-tensioners
The
seat
belt
pre-tensioners
will
only
be activated once and then MUST BE
REPLACED by MG Authorised Repairer
after being triggered. Failure to replace the
pre-tensioners will reduce the efficiency of
the car's front restraint systems.
The seat belt pre-tensioners activate in conjunction with
the airbag to provide additional protection in the event of
a severe frontal impact. The pre-tensioners automatically
retract the seat belts. This reduces the forward movement
of the belt wearer in the event of a severe collision.
Note:
The seat belt pre-tensioners will NOT be
activated by minor impacts.
The seat belt pre-tensioners are located inside the front
seat belt reels.
The airbag warning light on the instrument panel will alert
the driver to any malfunction of the seat belt pretensioners
(see ‘Airbag Warning Light’).
If the pre-tensioners have been activated, the seat belts will
still function as restraints, and must be worn in the event
that the vehicle remains in a drivable condition.
IMPORTANT
• The remove or replacement of a pre-tensioner must
be carried out by MG Authorised Repairer.
• 10 years from the initial date of registration (or
refit date of a replacement seat belt pre-tensioner),
some components will need to be replaced by MG
Authorised Repairer. The appropriate page of the
Warranty and Maintenance Manual must be signed
and stamped once the work has been completed.
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