Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Checking belt guide fittings and latch plates

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Plastic-coated fittings show fine, parallel scoring after stress on belt system (when belt was fastened during accident). (On the other hand, wear caused by frequent belt use can be recognized by smooth wear, free of lines.)

–	Inspect for deformation, fracturing and cracks in plastic.

If scoring and/or damage is determined, renew seat belt complete with belt latch.

Checking operation of belt buckle

Checking belt buckle – Push latch plate into belt buckle until it engages audibly. Check whether locking mechanism is properly engaged ...

Checking securing parts and anchorage points after an accident

Latch plate deformed (stretched) Height adjustment does not function. Anchorage points (seat, pillars, und ...

Other materials:

Assembly overview - steering column switch module, with electronic ignition lock
1 - Starter button -E378- Overview of fitting locations → Chapter 2 - Steering column electronics control unit -J527- With airbag coil connector and return ring with slip ring -F138- ...

Removing and installing LED modules for daytime running light and side light -L176-/-L177- (“GTE” only)
Special tools and workshop equipment required Torque wrench -V.A.G 1783- Torque screwdriver -VAS 6494- N ...

Removing and installing air distribution housing
Note The illustration shows a left-hand drive vehicle. The removal and installation procedure is identical for both versions. Removing – Remove heater ...