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I have an 89 Cadillac Seville and a 1994 Mercury Sable. On both cars the seat bell retracts very slowly and poorly. What can I do to fix the problem?
About the only service I will recommend trying, is take the plastic cover off of the lower retractors, if they will come off, and see if a coin has fallen into the assembly. DO NOT disassemble the retractor assemblies. Replace the seat belts IMMEDIATELY, Don't fool around trying to fix your car's safety systems. At the first sign of trouble, they need replaced. The Caddy has special bolts that require a seat belt T-50 torx, and sometimes a little heat to break loose the bolt. A salvage yard should have suitable replacement belts. If your Sable has the type that has that goofy retractor on the A pillar that automatically runs back when you shut the door, take it to a Mercury dealer for service. Bill
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William Forster
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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.
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