How to Repair a Locked Car Seat Belt?
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If the seat belt cannot be pulled out, you can try the following methods to restore it: 1. Adjustment: Adjust the height of the height adjuster to provide extra retraction capacity for the seat belt, thereby restoring its retracting performance. 2. Restoration: Smooth out the seat belt and slowly pull it back and forth at the entry and exit points. Once the seat belt retracts smoothly, you can slowly pull it out. 3. Fault: If the above two methods do not work, it is likely that there is a mechanical fault where the seat belt connects to the car's interior. In this case, you need to go to a 4S shop for disassembly, inspection, and repair. Often, the seat belt cannot be pulled out because it was pulled out too quickly during use. The retractor in the seat belt's structure has a locking function. Once subjected to a strong impact, the seat belt's pawl will lock the gear, securing the person in the seat. Therefore, when the seat belt cannot be pulled out, do not yank it forcefully, as this will only make the belt tighter.
I've driven many cars and encountered seatbelt lock-ups, which usually happen when the inertia mechanism gets stuck after sudden braking or a collision. When this occurs, I first gently pull the seatbelt to see if it releases. If that doesn't work, I try giving it a few firm tugs. Sometimes excessive dust can cause jamming, so I use a hairdryer to blow air at the belt outlet. If it still won't release, I know professional repair is needed, as this could indicate internal spring or buckle damage. Once a seatbelt locks up, it may fail to protect you in an emergency, so don't delay—visit a repair shop for assembly replacement. During regular maintenance, I make it a habit to periodically clean seatbelts to prevent dust buildup, reducing the chance of such issues.
