Belt and Buckle Assembly - Pretensioner
The belt and buckle assembly pretensioner is a pyrotechnic device that removes excess webbing from the safety belt system. The belt and buckle assembly pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS). When the belt and buckle assembly pretensioner deploys, the buckle moves downward, pulling excess webbing from the lap and shoulder safety belts.
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
Note. There is a unique safety belt extension for the front seats and another unique safety belt extension for the rear seats.
In certain cases, the safety belt may be too short even when it is fully extended. About 20 cm (8 in.) can be added to the belt length by using a safety belt extension. Safety belt extensions are available at no cost through Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealership parts departments. Safety belt extensions are available only with black webbing. The buckle must be from the same manufacturer as the belt system to which it is attached.