New Beetle Convertible L5-2.5L (BPS) (2006)
‹› Replace the seat belt complete with the seat belt latch if the belt tongue fails even only once to engage properly in the seat belt latch during at least
5 tests.
Check release mechanism:
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Press the seat belt latch button to release the seat belt.
With the seat belt relaxed, the lock tongue must spring out of seat belt latch without assistance.
‹› Perform the test at least five times. If the latch tongue does not spring out even one time, replace the entire seat belt, including the belt latch.
CAUTION!
Under no circumstances may grease be used to eliminate noise or stiffness at belt buckle buttons.
Check of the belt relays and latch tongue
Plastic-coated fittings face the load (seat belt on during accident) of the belt system parallel to the small grooves (wear created by significant usage, in
contrast, is recognizable on the basis of the smooth, stripe-free abrasion).
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Check the plastic for deformation, rupture and tearing.
‹› In the case of scoring and/or damage, replace the seat belt complete with the latch.
Check of the mounting components and mounting points
‹› Latch bracket deformed (stretched)
‹› Height adjuster not functional
‹› Mounting points (seat, pillar, vehicle floor) distorted or thread damaged
‹› If component damage is found, replace the seat belt complete with the latch.
‹› Replace the anchorage points
‹› In damage is discovered that is not accident-related, for example, wear, replace the particular part which is damaged.