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 ...

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Run-flat tyres, retrofitting/requirements when using run-flat tyres
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Renewal of aerial wiring
A new approach to repair work on aerial wires has been developed → Chapter. Now connecting wires in different lengths and various adapter cables are available as replacement parts instead of a complete aerial wire. ...

Removing and installing upper steering column trim
Special tools and workshop equipment required Removal wedge -3409- Removing – Release locking lever of steering wheel pos ...