Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2004)
Seat Belt: Technician Safety Information
WARNING:
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Do not bleach or re-dye the webbing, as the webbing may weaken.
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All safety belt assemblies include retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle support assemblies (slide bar), shoulder belt height adjuster,
child safety seat tether bracket assemblies, if equipped, and attaching hardware should be inspected after any collision. New belt
assemblies should be installed unless a qualified technician finds the assemblies show no damage and operate correctly. Belt assemblies
not in use during a collision should also be inspected. New safety belt assemblies should be installed if either damage or incorrect
operation is noted.
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Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling a safety belt
retractor/pretensioner assembly. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
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The safety belt pretensioner is a pyrotechnic device. Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag equipped vehicle and when
handling a safety belt buckle pretensioner or safety belt retractor pretensioner. Never probe a pretensioner electrical connector. Doing so
could result in pretensioner or air bag deployment and could result in personal injury.
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Carry a live safety belt retractor pretensioner or safety belt buckle pretensioner so as to keep fingers and clothing away from moveable
parts. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
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Remote deployment is to be carried out outdoors with all personnel at least 6.1 meters (20 feet) away to ensure personal safety. Due to the
loud report which occurs when the safety belt pretensioner is deployed, hearing protection is required.
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Do not position the safety belt retractor/pretensioner assembly so that moveable parts contact the support surface, as the forces of the
deploying pretensioner can cause it to ricochet and cause personal injury.
