Contour V6-153 2.5L DOHC (1996)
Seat Belt: Service and Repair
Service Procedures
Post Collision Inspection
WARNING: All safety belt assemblies including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle support assemblies (slide bar), if equipped, child
safety seat tether brackets (if so equipped) 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.
Before installing the new safety belt assembly, the safety belt attaching areas must be inspected for damage and distortion. If the attaching points are
damaged and distorted, the sheet metal must be worked back to its original shape and structural integrity.
Install the new safety belt(s) as shown in Seat Belt Retractor and Seat Belt Buckle / Service and Repair. Perform Functional Test Procedure.
Safety Belt Tongue Rotated on Belt
PROCEDURE
1. Grasp belt tongue and pull down on belt webbing to form a loop through the upper (narrow and longer) slot in the tongue.
2. Working within the upper slot, rotate and fold belt webbing over itself as required to remove the twist.
3. Pull the excess belt webbing back through the upper slot in the tongue.