Mountaineer AWD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2003)
Seat Belt: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
Front Safety Belt
FRONT SAFETY BELT
Special Tool(s)
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
REMOVAL
WARNING:
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All safety belt assemblies including retractors, buckles, shoulder belt height adjusters (if so equipped) child safety seat tether attachments
and attaching hardware should be inspected after any collision. All belt assemblies should be replaced unless a qualified technician finds
the assemblies show no damage and operate properly. Belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if
either damage or improper operation is noted.
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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 pretensioner.
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The safety belt pretensioner is a pyrotechnic device. 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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After deployment, the air bag surface could contain deposits of sodium hydroxide, a product of the gas generant combustion that is
irritating to the skin. Wash your hands with soap and water afterwards.
NOTE: Right side shown, left side similar.