Seat belts, seat belt tensioners
Seat belt tensioners
The front seats are equipped with mechanical
seat belt tensioners. These tensioners are de-
signed to help reduce slack in the seat belts at
the moment of impact.
Pyrotechnic tensioner see page 2:17.
Check the seat belts regularly
Inspect the seat belts periodically for signs
of abrasion or wear against sharp edges, and
check that the belts are in good general con-
dition.
Use water and a mild synthetic detergent
for cleaning soiled seat belts.
Check the locking action of the inertia reel
seat belt by:
•
gripping the belt and jerking it extremely
sharply.
The belt should lock and should not be able to
be extended.
Note: The use of seat belts is required by
law in certain countries.
Mechanical seat belt tensioner
CAUTION!
If a seat belt has been exposed to considerable strain, for example
a collision, then the entire seat belt, i.e. the seat belt including the
retracting and locking mechanism plus all anchorage bolts, must
be replaced even if it appears undamaged, since its energy absorb-
ing properties will have been affected. The belt should also be re-
placed if it appears to be very worn or damaged.
Never carry out alterations or repairs to the seat belt - let the
Volvo dealer deal with this crucial safety aspect.
WARNING!
The seat belt tensioners must be latched before any work is begun
on the seat or seat belt lock. Rotate the red safety knob one quarter
of a revolution. It is located just in front of the lock (see illustra-
tion B). After the work is completed, rotate the safety knob back one
quarter of a revolution (see illustration A) to return it to its active
position.
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