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Can't believe it would be difficult to change the belt system once you have removed the rear trim panel. There are companies that can replace the belt if you can remove the complete system, for most classic car owners it's the only option and could be cheaper than new.
Just an option if Suzuki don't want to cover it under warranty.
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Yeah be interesting to know where it sits when in use? As to the cost of the repair how would it stack up against the cost of the consequences of an accident, because your insurance is likely to walk away if they know the defect was known about and ignored.
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One of the last 200ish of the gen3s, probably.
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After looking at the second set of photos, may I suggest removing the plastic cap that sits over the belt guide and mount. Check the bolt head tension and the underlying washer for correct location and smooth articulation of the belt guide when the belt is extended. The belt guide may be stuck and not be free to move when the belt is extended around the driver's shoulder.
If the articulation of the mount is restricted, then this may be the cause and should be warranty. Seat belt operation and retraction is checked on warranty services.
I would suggest the damage is done by the mounting bracket as shown in the pics. When the car is being driven, small movements by the driver are usual and this would account for the length of the frayed section. This mounting is made of steel coated with a plastic and all it would take is a small sliver of steel or plastic to cut into the nylon when the car is driven. This should be classed as a flaw during manufacture and therefore the responsibility of Suzuki, even if it is outside the warranty period. From memory design fault in manufacture is covered for 7 years. I suggest that close up pics. are taken and a strong letter of complaint to the dealer would be in order. If the owner points out the danger to life and limb then I would imagine the prospect of a recall would probably stir Suzuki to sort out the problem sooner than later.
Thanks Roger and all other commentators. To answer one question, the frayed bit on the belt is situated just below the shoulder when the seat belt is fastened. I can only imagine there was some manufacturing flaw with this belt and it had a small tear which became worse being pulled through the mounting bracket. I haven't taken the plastic cap off yet, will wait until Suzuki respond to the dealer sending them pics.
Does anyone else find it mildly alarming hat Suzuki don't have these parts in the country?
One aspect is that under normal conditions a seat belt shouldn't wear out. The other aspect is that if a Jimny is involved in an accident then the seat belt should be inspected and replaced if there is any doubt as to it's integrity.
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