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Warning (Continued)
webbing only with mild soap and
lukewarm water. Allow the webbing to dry.
Seat belts should be properly cared for and maintained.
Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and free of dust or debris. As
necessary exterior hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be lightly
cleaned with mild soap and water.
Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris in the mechanism. If dust or
debris exists in the system please see the dealer. Parts may need to be
replaced to ensure proper
functionality of the system.
Replacing Seat Belt
System Parts after a Crash
{ Warning
A crash can damage the seat belt system in the vehicle. A damaged seat belt system may not properly protect the person using it,
resulting in serious injury or even
death in a crash. To help make sure the seat belt systems are working
properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as possible.
After a minor crash, replacement of seat belts may not be necessary. But the seat belt assemblies that were
used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer
to have the seat belt assemblies inspected or replaced.
New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the seat belt system was not being used at the time of the crash.
Have the seat belt pretensioners
checked if the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the airbag readiness light
stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are driving. See Airbag