How do you fix a jammed seatbelt?
How to Reset a Stuck Seatbelt
- Pull on the seatbelt to try and release it from its auto-lock function.
- Pry off the plastic covers that hold the seatbelt mechanism with a screwdriver or needle nose pliers.
- Pull the seatbelt out completely.
- Untangle the seatbelt if there are any jams in it.
How much does it cost to fix a jammed seatbelt?
The replacement cost of a seat belt pretensioner is around $150 to $200. The cost of the parts is about $50 to $100 while the cost of the labor is about $100 to $125. You may be able to reduce the labor if you can find a cheap enough mechanic in your area or simply enlist the help of a buddy that likes to work on cars.
What causes a seat belt to get jammed?
A seat belt can get jammed as a result of many thing. However; here are two more common reasons: (1) dirt and grime is on the seat belts webbing causing the belt to retract slower than normal and (2) the retractor is locked. For the first scenario, the solution would be to clean the dirt and grime off of the webbing.
Is there a way to fix a blown seat belt?
To fix this problem you either need to replace the seat belt that has the blown pre-tensioner which can be expensive or another less expensive solution is to repair your existing pre-tensioner. There are many companies in the US that provide seat belt retractor pre-tensioner repair, and recharge service.
What to do when your seat belt is locked?
Here is how to fix the seat belt retractor when it is locked. First, pull the webbing out of the seat belt completely and then give it a yank to undo the locked belt. If this does not work for you, take the retractor out of the vehicle.
How can I Fix my Mercedes seat belt?
Remove the bolts that hold the retractor in place. Remove the bolt for the bracket at the top of the b pillar. Remove your seat belt retractor. Mail your retractor for repair to the company of your choice. If you don’t know of one, check out these vendors that offer: Mercedes Seat Belt Pretensioner Rebuild