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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Checklist

A maintenance checklist for Volkswagen Golf Mk7 seat belts: check their condition regularly, keep them clean, never let foreign objects or liquids reach the belt, latch plate or buckle slot, and avoid trapping or damaging the belt or plate — closing a door on one is a common cause. The manual also warns never to remove, modify or repair a seat belt yourself.

    Using seat belts  :

  • Check the condition of all seat belts regularly.

  • Keep the seat belts clean.

  • Never let any foreign bodies and liquids get on to the seat belt, the latch plate or into the slot for the seat belt buckle.

  • Do not trap or damage the seat belt and latch plate, for example when closing the door.

  • Never remove, modify or repair the seat belt or any part of the belt fixture system.

  • Always fasten the seat belt correctly before every journey and keep it fastened while the vehicle is in motion.

Twisted seat belt

If it is difficult to remove the seat belt from the belt guide, the seat belt may have become twisted if it was returned too quickly into the side trim:

  • Take hold of the latch plate then slowly and carefully pull out the seat belt.
  • Untwist the seat belt and guide it back slowly by hand.

Fasten the seat belt even if you are unable to undo the twist. However, the twist should not be in part of the seat belt that comes into direct contact with the body. The twist should be corrected immediately by a qualified workshop.

WARNING

Using seat belts incorrectly increases the risk of severe or fatal injuries.
  • Regularly check to see if the seat belt and its related parts are in perfect condition.
  • Always keep the seat belt clean.
  • Do not allow the belt webbing to become jammed, damaged or to rub on any sharp edges.
  • Always keep the latch plate and slot in the buckle free from foreign bodies and liquids.

    Questions & answers

    Checklist — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    What is on the Golf Mk7 seat belt checklist?
    Check condition regularly, keep belts clean, never let liquids or objects enter the buckle slot, do not trap or damage the belt in a door, never modify the belt, and always replace belts after a collision.
    How often should I inspect the Golf Mk7 seat belts?
    The manual says 'regularly' — a good practice is to check for fraying, cuts or stiffness every time you clean the car, and immediately after any incident.
    Can foreign objects in the Golf Mk7 seat belt buckle prevent it from latching?
    Yes. Crumbs, coins or liquids in the buckle slot can stop the latch plate from engaging properly. Keep the slot clean and clear.
    Using seat belts
    First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings  ...

    Fastening and unfastening seat belts
    Fig. 64 Inserting the seat belt latch plate into the buckle Fig. 65 Removing the latch plate from the buckle First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings During ...

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