FIAT Panda Classic - Manual (Page 98)

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KNOW YOUR
VEHICLE
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
SEAT BELTS MAINTENANCE
For keeping the seat belts in efficient conditions, observe
the following:
❒ always use the belts with the tap well stretched and nev-
er twisted; make sure that it is free to run without im-
pediments;
❒ after a serious accident, replace the belt even if it does
not appear damaged. Always replace the belt if the pre-
tensioners were deployed;
❒ to clean the belts, wash by hand with water and mild
soap, rinse and leave to dry in the shade. Never use
strong detergents, bleach, paints or any other substance
which could damage the belt fibres;
❒ prevent the reels from getting wet: their correct op-
eration is only guaranteed if water does not get inside;
❒ replace the seat belt when showing significant wear or
cut signs.
If the belt has been subjected to heavy
stress, for example after an accident, it
should be changed completely together with the
anchors, anchor fastening screws and pretension-
er. In fact, even if the belt has no visible defects,
it could have lost its resilience.
WARNING
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