Sebring Sedan V6-2.7L VIN T FFV (2003)
Seat Belt Tensioner: Description and Operation
SEAT BELT TENSIONER - JR41
The seat belt system incorporates tensioner modules. They are integral to the front seat belt retractors and cannot be serviced. If found defective they
must be replaced. In the event of an impact, the retractor assembly must be replaced regardless of belt condition. The tensioner is a one time
pyrotechnic device.
At the onset of an impact event, each tensioner uses a pyrotechnic device which is triggered simultaneously with the front airbags to rapidly retract the
seat belts. With the slack removed, the occupant's forward motion in an impact will be reduced as will the likelihood of contacting interior
components. After an impact that deploys the airbags, the front seat belt & retractor/tensioner assembly must be replaced.
The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the seat belt tensioner circuit resistance and reports active and stored Diagnostic Trouble Codes
(DTC's) if any problem is found.
WARNING: WHEN THE FRONT AIRBAG IS DEPLOYED, THE TENSIONER WILL HAVE DEPLOYED AND MUST BE REPLACED.
THIS WILL REQUIRE THE ENTIRE FRONT SEAT BELT & RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY TO BE REPLACED.
