Seat Belt: Testing and Inspection
Seat Belt Inspection
Inspection
1. Seat Belt - Inspection (In Vehicle)
In-Vehicle
1. Check that the seat belt is not twisted or caught on anything.
2. After installing the anchors, check for free movement on the anchor bolts. If necessary, remove the anchor bolts, and check that the washers and other parts are not damaged or improperly installed.
3. Check the seat belts for damage or discoloration. Clean with a shop towel if necessary. Use only soap and water to clean the seat belts.
NOTE: Dirt build-up in the loops of the upper anchors can cause the seat belts to retract slowly. Wipe the inside of the loops with a stop towel dampened with isopropyl alcohol.
4. Check that the seat belt does not lock when pulled out slowly. The seat belt is designed to lock only during a sudden stop or impact.
5. Make sure that the seat belt will retract automatically when released.
6. For each passenger's seat belt, check the seat belt retractor locking mechanism automatic locking retractor (ALR). This function is for securing child seats.
7. Pull out the seat belt all the way to engage the ALR. The seat belt should retract with a ratcheting sound, but not extend. This is normal.
8. To disengage the ALR, release the seat belt and allow it to fully retract, then pull out the seat belt part-way. The seat belt should retract and extend normally.
9. Replace the seat belt with a new assembly if there is any abnormality. Do not disassemble any part of the seat belt for any reason.
Removal
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations Locations and the precautions and procedures Service and Repair before doing repairs or service.
1. Battery Terminal (SRS) - Disconnection
1. Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).
2. Disconnect and isolate the negative cable and battery sensor (A) from the battery (B).
NOTE: Always disconnect the negative side first.
3. Disconnect the positive cable (C) from the battery.
4. Wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.
2. Front Seat Belt Lower Anchor Bolt - Driver's Side
2-door
1. Remove the lower anchor cap (A).
2. Remove the lower anchor bolt (B).
4-door
1. Remove the anchor cover (A).
2. Remove the lower anchor bolt (A).
3. Front Door Sill Trim - 4-Door
1. Remove the cap (A) from the front door sill trim (B).
2. Remove the opener lock cylinder (C).
3. Remove the screw (A).
4. Remove the front door sill trim (A).
4. Rear Door Sill Trim
1. While pushing down on the rear seat cushion (A), pull the seat hook handle (B) to release the hook (C).
2. While pulling up the seat cushion, remove the rear door sill trim (D).
5. Front and Rear Door Opening Seals as Needed
Front
Rear
1. Remove the front door opening seal (A) and the rear door opening seal (B) as needed.
6. B-Pillar Lower Trim
1. Slide the front seat forward fully.
2. Remove the B-pillar lower trim (A).
7. B-Pillar Upper Trim
1. Remove the bottom area of the B-pillar upper trim (A).
2. Remove the upper area of the B-pillar upper trim (A).
3. Pass the front seat belt lower anchor (A) out through the hole in the slider (B), then remove the B-pillar upper trim (C).
8. Front Seat Belt Upper Anchor Bolt - Driver's Side
2-door
4-door
1. Remove the upper anchor bolt (A).
9. Front Seat Belt Retractor - Driver's Side (4-door)
1. Remove the seat belt retractor (A).
2. Disconnect the connector.
10. Rear Seat Cushion
1. Remove the bolt (A) securing the rear seat cushion (B).
2. While pushing down the rear seat cushion (A), pull the seat hook handles (B) to release the hooks (C).
3. Remove the rear seat cushion.
11. Both Rear Seat Side Bolsters
1. Remove the bolt (A) securing the rear seat side bolster (B).
2. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.
3. Remove the rear seat side bolster (A).
4. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.
12. Both C-Pillar Trims
1. Pull out the C-pillar trim (A) to release the clips.
2. Remove the C-pillar trim.
NOTE: The front clip (B) will stay in the body.
3. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.
4. Remove the front clip (A).
5. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.
13. Rear Shelf Trim
1. Fold down the seat-back(s).
2. From the trunk compartment, disconnect the connector (A).
3. From the trunk compartment, detach the clips (A).
4. Release the hooks (A).
5. Pull out both rear seat belts (A) and the rear center seat belt (B) through the slits in the rear shelf trim (C), then remove the rear shelf trim.
Inspection
1. Seat Belt - Inspection (Out of Vehicle )
Out of Vehicle
For front seat belt retractors with seat belt tensioners, review the SRS component locations Locations, and the precautions and procedures Service and Repair before doing repairs or service.
Front - 2-door
Front - 4-door
Rear
Rear center
Retractor
1. Before installing the retractor, check that the seat belt can be pulled out freely.
2. Make sure that the seat belt does not lock when the retractor (A) is leaned slowly up to 15 ° from the mounted position. The seat belt should lock when the retractor is leaned over 40 °. Do not attempt to disassemble the retractor.
3. Replace the seat belt with a new assembly if there is any abnormality. Do not disassemble any part of the seat belt for any reason.
Installation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations Locations and the precautions and procedures Service and Repair before doing repairs or service.
1. Rear Shelf Trim
1. Slip the rear seat belts (A) and the rear center seat belt (B) through the slits in the rear shelf trim (C).
2. Install the hooks (A).
3. Install the clips (A).
4. From the trunk compartment, connect the connector (A).
5. Raise the seat-back(s).
2. C-Pillar Trim - Check
1. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the C-pillar trim with a new one.
2. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, check the C-pillar trim (A) and note the following items:
* To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the C-pillar trim and replace it with a new one if it has any of the following damage:
- Any cracks, deformations, or stress-whitening in the C-pillar trim
- Any cracks or stress-whitened areas in the clip seating surfaces (B)
* After checking and adjusting the overlap between the headliner and the C-pillar trim, replace the front clip (C) with a new one.
* If the clips (D) are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
3. Headliner/Pillar Trim Overlap - Check
Checking and Adjusting the Headliner/Pillar Trim Overlap
To prevent the side curtain airbag from deploying and damaging the pillar trim (A-pillar trim, B-pillar trim, C-pillar trim, quarter pillar trim), the overlap between the headliner and pillar trim must be less than 8 mm (0.31 in). To check the overlap, do this:
1. Install the headliner (A) and the pillar trim (B).
2. Apply masking tape (A) to the headliner (B) to mark the upper edge of the pillar trim (C).
3. Remove the pillar trim, and measure the headliner overlap.
* If the overlap is less than 8 mm (0.31 in), remove the tape, and install the pillar trim.
* If the overlap is more than 8 mm (0.31 in), go to step 4.
4. Carefully trim the headliner with a utility knife, reducing the overlap to less than 8 mm (0.31 in).
5. Remove the tape, and install the pillar trim.
4. Both C-Pillar Trims
1. Install the new front clip (A) to the C-pillar trim (B).
2. Install the C-pillar trim (A).
NOTE:
* Make sure the side curtain airbag is not tucked under the clips or the ribs.
* Do not push too hard on the C-pillar trim. If you push too hard, the clip will be damaged, and it will not hold the trim properly.
* Gently tug on the C-pillar trim to verify that all clips are securely fastened.
3. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.
5. Both Rear Seat Side Bolsters
1. Install the rear seat side bolster (A).
2. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.
3. Install the bolt (A) securing the rear seat side bolster (B).
4. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.
6. Rear Seat Cushion
1. Install the hooks (A) to the rear seat cushion clips (B).
2. Install the bolt (A) securing the rear seat cushion (B).
7. Front Seat Belt Retractor - Driver's Side (4-door)
1. Connect the connector.
2. Install the seat belt retractor (A).
8. Front Seat Belt Upper Anchor Bolt - Driver's Side
1. Assemble the washer, the collar, and the bushing on the upper anchor bolt as shown.
NOTE: Apply medium strength liquid thread lock to the upper anchor bolt before reinstallation.
2-door
4-door
2. Install the upper anchor bolt (A).
9. B-Pillar Upper Trim
1. Pass the front seat belt lower anchor (A) in through the hole in the slider (B).
2. Install the upper area of the B-pillar upper trim (A).
3. Install the bottom area of the B-pillar upper trim (A).
10. B-Pillar Lower Trim
1. Install the B-pillar lower trim (A).
11. Front and Rear Door Opening Seals as Needed
Front
Rear
1. Install the front door opening seal (A) and the rear door opening seal (B).
12. Rear Door Sill Trim
1. While pulling up the rear seat cushion (A), install the rear door sill trim (B).
2. Push down the seat cushion, then install the hook (C) to the rear seat cushion clip (D).
13. Front Door Sill Trim - 4-Door
1. Install the front door sill trim (A).
2. Install the screw (A).
3. Install the opener lock cylinder (A).
4. Install the cap (B) to the front door sill trim (C).
14. Front Seat Belt Lower Anchor Bolt - Driver's Side
2-door
1. Assemble the washer, the collar, and the bushing on the lower anchor bolt as shown.
NOTE: Apply medium strength liquid thread lock to the lower anchor bolt before reinstallation.
2. Install the lower anchor bolt (A).
3. Install the anchor cover (B).
4-door
1. Install the lower anchor bolt (A).
2. Install the anchor cover (A).
15. Battery Terminal (SRS) - Reconnection
NOTE: If the battery performs abnormally, test the battery.
1. Clean the battery terminals.
2. Connect the positive cable (A) to the battery (B).
NOTE: Always connect the positive side first.
3. Connect the negative cable and battery sensor (C) to the battery.
4. Apply multipurpose grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion.