Each seatbelt is equipped with at least one two-pronged sensor that connects to the plug. This sensor will activate the gas charge in the seatbelt that deploys it. A properly working sensor has a resistance between 2-3 Ohms. An improperly working sensor will either have no resistance, or will read something other than between 2-3 Ohms. If the resistance is not between 2-3 Ohms, it means that the sensor is working improperly, and must be replaced.
Recalibration
Once all of the parts have been replaced, it’s also recommended to do a completion scan with the asTech™2 device to ensure everything is properly working again after the repairs have been.
For more information about the proper repair of seatbelt mechanisms after a collision, or to find out more about the advantages of using theasTech™2 device, contact an asTech™ master technician today.
In the unfortunate event of a collision, seatbelts help protect the occupants from injury, but what can be seen on the surface is just the beginning. During a collision, the airbag computer initiates the seatbelt igniter to ignite, activating the seatbelts and locking them. Once seatbelts have been locked after a collision, they will need to be replaced, or repaired and reset.