A4 Sedan V6-2.8L (AFC) (1996)
Seat Belt Tensioner: Service and Repair
Pyrotechnic Seat Belt Tensioners, Disposal
Pyrotechnic Seat Belt Tensioners, Disposal
WARNING!
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Improper disposal of pyrotechnic seat belt tensioner units (gas generators) which have not been triggered creates a hazard.
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Pyrotechnic seat belt tensioner units (gas generators) must be rendered inoperable before disposing because pyrotechnic devices can
cause injury if disposed of improperly (e.g. using a blow torch).
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Seat belts which need to be removed (e.g. after an accident in which the seat belt tensioner was not activated) must be triggered before
removal.
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This does not apply to seat belts with malfunctions (e.g. sticking or failure to retract) which must be returned to the Warranty Parts Test
Center for analysis.
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Observe all transportation regulations for explosive substances.
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Procedure for rear belt tensioners is analogous to front (shelf, remove trim on side of trim or remove 213 of backrest cover).
Procedure for triggering pyrotechnic belt tensioners
NOTE:
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Whenever possible, pyrotechnic belt tensioners must be deployed outside the vehicle. Use Airbag and Pyrotechnic Deployment Device J-44210
and follow instructions in booklet.
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The procedure that follows is for deployment of tensioners mounted inside a vehicle.
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Remove upper B-pillar trim.
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Remove lower B-pillar trim.
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Remove outer seat belt anchor.
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Using scissors, cut belt webbing above seat belt tongue (about 20 cm above belt retractor).
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Disconnect harness connector from belt retractor and connect wiring harness (Part No. 8D1 971 259) to belt tensioner.
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Cut harness connector at opposite end, insulate both ends of cable, pull cable housing apart until ends of cable are at least 30 cm apart.
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Vehicle must not be occupied
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Open windows and close doors.
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Using wiring harness and an external battery (located outside vehicle), activate gas generator (maintain minimum 10 m distance).
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Air out vehicle after triggering.
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After removal, the belts can be disposed of as commercial waste.
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Wash your hands after handling belt tensioners that have fired.
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Follow safety and handling instructions for pyrotechnic belt tensioners.