General description and operation of seat belts (Chevrolet Captiva 1)

Driver and passenger seat belt alarm device

The seat belt reminder system provides an audible and visual warning when the seat belt is not fastened.

The warning level depends on the vehicle's condition and is signalled to the driver via the seat belt warning light and audible alarm.

Then the seat belt alarm operates as follows, depending on the vehicle condition.

1. There is a passenger on the seat

State		Driver and passenger seat belt
		The belt is fastened		Belt not fastened (2)
		Lamp	sound alarm	Lamp	sound alarm
Key in OFF/ACC position		Off.	Off.	Off.	Off.
The key is in the ON position		Off after 4 sec. On (1)	Off.	Off after 4 sec. On (1)	Off.
The key is in the START position		Off.	Off.	On after 90 sec of blinking	Off.
Vehicle speed ≥ 22 km/h		Off.	Off.	On after 90 sec of blinking	Off after 90 sec. On.

2. There is no passenger on the seat (Passenger seat belt only)

State	Passenger seat belt fastened or not fastened
	Lamp	sound alarm
Key in OFF/ACC position	Off.	Off.
The key is in the ON position	Off after 4 sec. On (1)	Off.
The key is in the START position	Off.	Off.
Vehicle speed ≥ 22 km/h	Off.	Off.

Reference information

1. Initial check: Performed regardless of the presence of a passenger in the seat.
2. If the seat belt buckle is fastened, the warning lamp immediately goes out and the audible alarm is switched off, regardless of the ignition status.

Front seat belt buckle with tensioner

The front seat belt buckle with tensioner contains a mechanically controlled pyrotechnic piston that is triggered in a frontal or oblique collision and takes up the slack in the seat belt. After an accident in which the front seat belt buckle with tensioner is triggered, it must be replaced.

Three-point seat belt with emergency locking retractor (ELR) mechanism

The three-point seat belt tensioner with emergency locking retractor (ELR) is normally unlocked, allowing the occupant to move freely. The exceptions are emergency situations such as sudden braking, sudden acceleration or sharp turns.

two-point lap seat belt for the middle rear seat

The two-point lap belt for the center rear seat is a single continuous webbing. The webbing runs from the anchor point through the latch plate and then into the retractor mechanism.

Operational and functional checks

Attention!

Keep seat belts away from sharp objects and other items that may damage them.

• Protect the lock parts and latch tongue from deformation and damage.
• Do not bleach or dye the belt webbing. Use only water and mild soap to clean the belts.
• When installing seat belt mounting bolts and screws, tighten them by hand first to engage the threads.
• Do not attempt to repair the belt retractor or cover mechanisms. Replace any defective components with new ones.
• Replace belts that are cut or otherwise damaged.

1. Check all seat belt mounting bolts and screws to ensure they are securely tightened.

2. Inspect the seat belt buckle. The buckle should be easy to fasten and unfasten.



3. After inserting the tongue into the lock, pull the belt sharply. The lock should not come loose.

4. Pull the shoulder portion of the belt out fully and make sure there are no twists or tears in the belt.

5. Release the shoulder portion of the belt until it is fully retracted. The belt should retract freely.

Tightening torques for threaded connections

PROGRAM	Nm	pound-foot	pound-inch
Front seat belt guide screws	3	-	27
Front Seat Belt Height Adjuster Bolts	38	38	-
Seat belt mounting bolt	38	28	-
Seat Belt Retractor Holder Screw	10	7	-
Seat belt retractor bolt	38	28	-
Front seat belt buckle closing panel	3	-	27
Rear seat closing panel	3	-	27