Symptom Chart(s)
Preliminary Inspection
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices.
REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Before diagnosing or repairing the seatbelt system, inspect the following items:
Symptom Chart: Seatbelt System
Symptom Chart
| Condition | Action |
|---|---|
| The seatbelt warning indicator does not operate | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| The seatbelt warning chime does not operate | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
| The seatbelt retractor webbing does not extract or exhibits excessive pressure on the occupant during use | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
| The seatbelt retractor webbing does not retract or has excessive slack during use | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
| The Belt-Minder® feature is inoperative | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
| The seatbelt tongue is rotated on the seatbelt webbing | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The seatbelt webbing is twisted at the seatbelt guide | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The seatbelt webbing is dirty or soiled | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
Pinpoint Tests
PINPOINT TEST A : THE SEATBELT WARNING INDICATOR DOES NOT OPERATE|
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions Turn the ignition on and monitor the airbag warning indicator after the IPC proves out.
Possible Sources
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| Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
PINPOINT TEST B : THE SEATBELT WARNING CHIME DOES NOT OPERATE|
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions Turn the ignition on and monitor the airbag warning indicator after the IPC proves out.
Possible Sources
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| Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
PINPOINT TEST C : SEAT BELT RETRACTOR CONCERNS|
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions The seatbelt retractor webbing does not extract or exhibits excessive pressure on the occupant during use
The seatbelt retractor webbing does not retract or has excessive slack during use
Possible Sources
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| Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
PINPOINT TEST D : BELT-MINDER® CONCERNS|
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions Using the diagnostic scan tool, verify the Belt-Minder® feature is activated.
Possible Sources
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| Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
PINPOINT TEST E : SEAT BELT WEBBING CONCERNS|
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions The seatbelt tongue is rotated on the seatbelt webbing
The seatbelt webbing is twisted at the seatbelt guide
The seatbelt webbing is dirty or soiled
Possible Sources
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| Diagnostic steps are not provided for this symptom or DTC. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). |
Description and Operation - Seatbelt Systems - System Operation and Component Description
General Procedures - Locked Seatbelt Retractor ReleasingWARNING: Position the seatbelt height adjuster so that the seatbelt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the seatbelt correctly could reduce its effectiveness and increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Slide the adjuster up to raise the belt. Press the button and slide it down to lower the belt.