Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Passat (B3) > Body | General body repairs | Passenger protection | Inspecting seat belts | Points to check | Visually checking belt buckle

Checking operation of belt buckle > < Checking inertia reel (locking mechanism)

Visually checking belt buckle

Visually checking belt buckle

–	Inspect belt buckle for cracks and chips.

l	If damage is determined, renew seat belt complete with belt buckle.

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Visually checking belt buckle

Checking operation of belt buckle > < Checking inertia reel (locking mechanism)