S80 2005 Seatbelt won't catch

DanV · Post by **DanV** » 06 Oct 2009, 21:12

Hi-- my rear seat driver's side (leftmost) seatbelt won't engage, i.e. it won't "click" in place, just falls back out. Any advice? thanks to all who try!
ps- mileage = 67k if it matters

Post by **billofdurham** » 07 Oct 2009, 12:39

Welcome to Matthew's Volvo Site.

It isn't unknown for seat belt buckles to stop working. As they are a major safety item I would suggest that you replace the buckle. The rear seat cushion has to be removed to access the two bolts holding the buckle in place.

To remove the cushion lift the bottom edge of the end of the cushion then lift the front edge. It will be firmly attached so may take some lifting. When it is out check the retaining clips and replace any that appear damaged. Also check that the front edge of the cushion is straight.

When replacing the buckle the bolts must be tightened to 48nm.

Bill.

DanV · Post by **DanV** » 07 Oct 2009, 18:24

I will give it a go, thanks

Post by **dcarlson12** » 08 Oct 2009, 09:30

Maybe a stupid question but have you looked inside the buckle mechaism? Perhaps a something has fallen inside it which is preventing the latch from 'closing'. Eg a coin or piece of paper or ???

Post by **OEMVolvoParts** » 10 Oct 2009, 10:09

Something must have made its way inside and damaged the latch. The Volvo part number for the left rear belt catch is 30780618.

DanV · Post by **DanV** » 10 Oct 2009, 18:35

Thanks for the advice, I did take a quick look inside and didn't see any obvious obstruction, but I do intend to take a much closer look... with 4 kids God knows what might have found its way into it. If I can't get it cleared I will go ahead and replace the part, thanks to all again.