Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 249 (SAFETY BELT SYSTEM)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGSAFETY BELT SYSTEMCOMPONENT TEST - SAFETY BELT FUNCTIONAL TESTAUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR (ALR) MODE
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Mode
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Mode
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- Fully extract the safety belt webbing from the retractor.
- Allow the webbing to retract onto the spool. An audible clicking sound should be heard and the safety belt webbing should not be free to move out of the retractor.
- Allow the webbing to retract fully onto the spool. The webbing should now be free to move in or out of the spool without an audible clicking sound.
- If the safety belt does not operate as indicated in the previous steps, the safety belt must be repaired.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.