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Seatbelt Pretensioner Rebuilding Guide

Seatbelt Pretensioner Rebuilding Guide Quick Summary Traditionally, the only repair option was replacing the entire seatbelt assembly, which can cost several hundred dollars. Today, some specialty companies offer a rebuilt seatbelt pretensioner service that restores the internal mechanism and replaces the spent gas generator. A properly rebuilt seatbelt pretensioner can be significantly cheaper than a new OEM unit, but it’s critical that the work is done by a reputable company, as this component is part of the vehicle’s airbag safety system. If the rebuilding process is done incorrectly, the pretensioner … Read More