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Rover Rover 600 Repair Manual - Volumes 1 and 2 - 2nd Edition16 · Body
16 · Body & interior

Retractor Inspection

Make
Rover
Model
600 Rover 600 Repair Manual - Volumes 1 and 2 - 2nd Edition
Section
Interior fittings › Retractor Inspection
BodyRetractor Inspection
Diagram showing seat belt anchor mounting angles with labels A and B, indicating degrees of tilt (40°, 15°, 10°) for forward and inside positions.
Diagram showing seat belt retractor mounting angles with labels A and B, indicating degrees of tilt (40°, 15°) for forward and inside positions.

76M 0932

A Forward
B Inside

  • Mounted position indicated by an asterisk.

Retractor Inspection

  1. Before installing the retractor, check that the seat belt can be pulled out freely.
  2. Make sure that the seat belt does not lock when the retractor is leaned slowly up to 15° from the mounted position. The seat belt should lock when the retractor is leaned over 40°.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to disassemble the retractor.

  1. Replace the seat belt with a new one if there is any abnormality.

On-the-Car Seat Belt Inspection

  1. Check that the seat belt is not twisted or caught on anything.
  2. After installing the anchors, check for free movement on the anchor bolts. If necessary, remove the anchor bolts and check that the washers and other parts are not damaged or incorrectly installed.
  3. Check the seat belts for damage or discolouration. Clean with a cloth if necessary.

CAUTION: Use only soap and water to clean seat belts.

Note: Dirt build-up in the metal loops of the upper anchors can cause the seat belts to retract slowly. Wipe the inside of the loops with a clean cloth dampened in isopropyl alcohol.

  1. Check that the seat belt does not lock when pulled out slowly. The seat belt is designed to lock only during a sudden stop or impact.
  2. Make sure that the seat belt will retract automatically when released.
  3. Replace the seat belt with a new one if there is any abnormality.

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