Seat Belt Webbing, Checking

2019 Audi S5 Prestige, 2D CoupeSECTION Seat Belt Webbing, Checking

ProcedureΒ 

-- Pull the belt completely out of the automatic belt retractor or lap belt adjustment tongue.

-- Check the seat belt webbing for contamination, wash with mild soapy water if necessary. Refer to the Owner's Manual.

  • If one of the types of damage (1 and 2) shown in the following is detected on a vehicle which has been in an accident - replace the entire seat belt with seat belt latch.
  • If damage as illustrated under points 1, 2 or 3 is determined on a vehicle that has not been in an accident, only replace the damaged seat belt.
  • 1 - Seat belt webbing cut, torn or frayed.
    Fig 1: Belt Webbing Cut, Torn Or Chafed
    GWWV68-0458Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
  • 2 - Webbing loops on seat belt edge torn.
    Fig 2: Checking Belt Webbing - Webbing Loops On Belt Edge Torn
    GWWV68-0459Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
  • 3 - Burn marks from cigarettes or similar.
    Fig 3: Burn Marks From Cigarettes Or Similar
    GWWV68-0460Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
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