Warnings for handling the pre-tensioner

The operation of the device involves the retraction of the buckle by up to a maximum of 8 cm. At the same time a yellow coloured indicator (with a red label) (1) comes out of the actual buckle to indicate that the pre-tensioner has come into operation.

Once the device has come into operation it should be replaced in one piece.

WARNINGS FOR HANDLING THE PRE-TENSIONER

• Handle the device with extreme caution. Take care not to drop it.
• When working on the assembly, never, under any circumstances, use tools such as hammers or percussion screwdrivers which could transmit impacts to the tensioning device, activating the pre-loaded spring.

The device is very simple on account of which the various components should not be forced when fitting. If there are problems, only adjust the seat if the tensioning device is not fitted.

• Always insert the safety clip if the system or the seat have to be removed-refitted from the vehicle.
• Never expose the power unit to impacts under any circumstances.
• Do not carry out any maintenance operations (dismantling-reassembly) to the pre-tensioner components.
• In order to replace the pre-tensioner the seat must be removed from the vehicle (see page 61).

The pre-tensioners intervene, in the case of an impact, even if the seat belts have not been fastened; if the pre-tensioners have come into operation with the seat belts fastened, the belts must be replaced as well as the pre-tensioner.

Handle the pre-tensioner at the points shown by the black arrows when removing-refitting it.

Do not handle the seat at the points shown by the red arrows.

NOTE In addition to the points indicated, never handle the device by:
- the branch of the buckle;
- the pre-tensioner power unit.