Installing Rear Three-Point Belt: Notes

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Three-Point Belt

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Information 

Always replace the fastening screws on the three-point seat belt. The micro-self-locking screws must not be treated (e.g. greased) or loosened and then screwed on again.

Information 

Always replace the fastening screws on the three-point seat belt. The micro-self-locking screws must not be treated (e.g. greased) or loosened and then screwed on again.

1. Insert belt reel -arrow-  and tighten with the fastening screw -3-  . → Tightening torque: 37 ftlb  .
   Fig 2: Installing Belt Reel And Fastening Screws

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   Information 

   • During installation make sure that the belt strap runs in front of the belt deflector -arrows-  .
   • Once the fastening screw has been tightened, the deflection lug must level out on its own in a vertical position or in the relevant support direction. 
     Fig 3: Locating Belt Deflector

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2. Tighten deflection lug with the fastening screw -4-  . → Tightening torque: 37 ftlb  .
   Fig 4: Locating Deflection Lug And Fastening Screw

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3. Push socket onto the clip -arrow A-  until it clicks into place -arrow B-  .
   Fig 5: Pushing Socket Onto Clip

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   Information 

   • When routing the electric wires, ensure that they are not routed through the belt-coiling area. 
     Fig 6: Installing Plug Into Connector

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4. Insert plug -arrow A-  until the lock -B-  is felt to engage.
   Fig 7: Installing Plug Into Connector

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5. Align and position the retainer element of the backrest according to the applied markings.
6. Fasten support for the backrest with the fastening screws -2-  . → Tightening torque: 20 Nm (15 ft lbs.) 
   Fig 8: Locating Backrest Support Mounting Screw

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7. Install the rear side-panel lining. → Installing rear luggage compartment side-trim panel
8. Install backrest. → Installing Rear Backrest

   Information 

   • The belt strap for the three-point belt must be routed over the side cushions and must not be trapped. 
   • The belt end mount must not come into contact with the side trim panel. 
     Fig 9: Locating Side Trim Panel

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9. Pull three-point belt downward -arrow-  , align belt anchor fitting in middle of structure seam and fasten with fastening screw -1-  . → Tightening torque: 37 ft lbs. 
   Fig 10: Locating Side Trim Panel

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10. Carry out work instruction after disconnecting the battery. → WM 9000IN WORK INSTRUCTIONS AFTER DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY (ALL MODELS)
11. Perform a function test.
    • The belt strap must be fully rolled up when the function test is started.
    • Move the seat belt height adjustment to the highest position.
    • Pull out belt strap completely as far as it will go.
    • Roll up the belt strap again slowly. An audible clattering noise can be heard when you do this.
    • If the rolling-up process is interrupted, the belt strap cannot be pulled out again (permanent belt blockage).
    • The permanent belt blockage feature must be disabled at least 100 mm before the belt strap is completely rolled up in order to ensure that the belt strap can be pulled out again.