2021 Subaru Forester BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Seat Belt System: General Description: Inspection

For inspection of seat belt pretensioner and lap pretensioner, refer to the followings.

  1. BASIC INSPECTION 

    For basic inspection, refer to "Basic Diagnostic Procedure" of "AIRBAG (DIAGNOSTICS)" service information. Ref. to AIRBAG DIAGNOSTICS>BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .

  2. System block diagram 

    For system block diagram, refer to "System Block Diagram" in "AIRBAG (DIAGNOSTICS)" service information. Ref. to AIRBAG (DIAGNOSTICS)>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM .

  3. Module I/O signal 

    For the specification (electrical component), refer to "Control Module I/O Signal" of "AIRBAG (DIAGNOSTICS)" service information. Ref. to AIRBAG (DIAGNOSTICS)>CONTROL MODULE I/O SIGNAL .

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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.