| Latch plate deformed (stretched) |
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Height adjustment does not function. |
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Anchorage points (seat, pillars, underbody) distorted or
thread damaged |
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If damage is determined on these parts, renew seat belt
complete with belt buckle. |
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If parts of the belt system are removed because of an
accident, the belt system securing bolts must be renewed. |
 Note
| In the case of damage resulting not from an accident but,
for example, from wear, only the part which is actually damaged
need be renewed. |
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Questions & answers
Checking securing parts and anchorage points after an accident — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What belt anchorage checks are needed after a Golf Mk7 crash?
Check for deformed or stretched latch plates, non-functioning height adjusters, and distorted or thread-damaged anchorage points on seats, pillars and underbody.
Plastic-coated fittings show fine, parallel scoring after
stress on belt system (when belt was fastened during accident).
(On the other hand, wear caused by frequent ...
For the functional check, all surrounding components for the
seat belt including the side panel trim must be installed.
Activating the restraint func ...
Checking belt guide fittings and latch plates
Checking seat belt restraint function for holding additional child seats
(not for driver seat belt) - country-specific