Pontiac Sunbird - Replacing Safety Belts after a Crash

Replacing Safety Beits After a
Crash
If you’ve had a crash, do you need new
belts?
After a very minor collision, nothing
may be necessary. But if the belts were
stretched, as they would be if worn
during a more severe crash, then you
need new belts.
If belts are cut or damaged, replace
them. Collision damage
also may mean
you will have to have safety belt
parts,
like the retractor, replaced or anchorage
locations repaired-even if the belt
wasn’t being used at the time
of the
collision.
Q: What’s wrong with this?
A: The belt is torn.
I CAUTION
A
Torn or frayed belts may not
protect you
in a crash. They
can
rip apart under impact forces.
If
a belt is tom or frayed, get a
new one right away.