Ford Fiesta: Seatbelt Systems / Seatbelt Procedure After a Collision. General Procedures
Inspection
WARNING:
All seatbelt components must be inspected and corrected as
part of any collision repair. Inspect all seatbelt components as
prescribed by Seatbelt Procedure After a Collision found in Section
501-20A General Procedures of this manual. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in incorrect operation of the seatbelt system and
increase the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.
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Before installing the new seatbelt assembly, inspect the
seatbelt attaching areas for damage and distortion. If the attaching
points are damaged and distorted, work the sheet metal back to its
original shape and structural integrity.
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Install new seatbelt(s) at any seating position(s) where
deployment has occurred and the seatbelt(s) were used. Carry out the
appropriate Functional Test procedure for all seating positions.
Refer to: Seatbelt Systems (501-20A Seatbelt Systems, Diagnosis and Testing).
Inspection
WARNING:
All seatbelt components must be inspected and corrected as
part of any collision repair. Inspect all seatbelt components as
prescribed by Seatbelt Procedure After a Collision found in Section
501-20A General Procedures of this manual...
Adjustment
Fold the safety belt as indicated.
Pull the safety belt tongue over the fold in the safety belt...
Other information:
Symptom Chart(s)
Symptom Chart: Parking Brake and Actuation
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...
Removal
Vehicles built prior to 2018
Remove the HVAC module.
Refer to: Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Control
Module (412-00 Climate Control System - General Information, Removal and
Installation).
Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the in-vehicle temperature sensor...
Categories
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Transmission Jack
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.
Remove the floor console.
Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrum
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