What is a Seat Belt Pretensioner?

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SanMicah
07/29/25 9:57pm
Seat belt pretensioner is a safety device that instantly secures the occupant to the seat at the first moment of a collision, then moderately releases the belt after the peak impact force has passed or when the occupant is protected by the airbag, preventing rib injuries caused by excessive tension. It consists of a pre-tensioning device and a force limiter. Automotive seat belts, also known as safety belts, are composed of webbing, retractors, and fixing mechanisms. The correct way to use a seat belt includes: 1. Inspecting the technical condition of the seat belt to ensure safety; 2. Fastening the belt across the hips and chest; 3. Returning the belt to the retractor when the seat is unoccupied.
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