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Checking
Your
Restraint Systems
Now and
then,
make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors,
anchorages and reminder systems are working properly.
Look
for any other
loose
or
damaged restraint system parts. If
you
see anything that might keep
a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Torn 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.
Replacing Seat and Restraint System
Parts
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 you ever see a label
on
a right front safety belt in a two-door Utility
model that says to replace the belt, be sure
to
do
so.
Then the new belt will
be there to help protect you in an accident. You would see this label on the
belt near the door opening.
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.
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 Certificatioflire label of your vehicle. See “CertificatiodTire Label”
in
the Index.
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