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Functional Test - Automatic Locking Retractor
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Functional Test - Automatic Locking Retractor
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Montego, 2005 Ford Freestyle, and 2005 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
After any vehicle collision, the safety belt system at all seating positions (except driver, which has no "automatic locking retractor" feature) must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the "automatic locking" feature for child seats is still functioning properly, in addition to other checks for proper safety belt system function. A safety belt assembly must be replaced if the safety belt assembly's "automatic locking retractor" feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in the workshop manual. Failure to replace the safety belt retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.
- Position the seat back into the full UP position.
- Position the height adjuster (if equipped) in the full DOWN or UP position.
- Latch the seat belt buckle and tongue assembly.
- Pull the shoulder belt out until the automatic locking retractor (ALR) feature is activated.
- Release the shoulder belt and allow it to retract until it stops.
- Pull on the shoulder belt to check that the belt has remained in the ALR mode. If the belt is not locked, install a new safety belt assembly.
- Unlatch the safety belt tongue from the buckle and allow the safety belt to retract to its STOWED position.
- Pull the shoulder belt to verify the retractor assembly has converted automatically out of the ALR mode. If the shoulder belt remains locked in the STOWED position, install a new safety belt retractor assembly.
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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.