[akumaliew]

Can anyone tell me how to open the seat belt receiver on a toyota Rav4 97... is it the screw needed to be unscrew? i cannot find any tools that fits...

 

[JuneBug]

Those appear to be rivets, not screws.

 

[LugNut]

Beware that an explosive charge is normally incorporated in modern seat belt retractors! They are to tighten the belt during a collision. Don't mess with that part of the belt system -- just replace the assembly (with the battery disconnected, of course; follow the safety instructions in the FSM). In the U.S., the belts are often under extended waranty.

 

[akumaliew]

ok.. thanks... that's mean cannot be disassembled? search for 5 days already can't find any idea.. the seat belt receiver still working but need to hard insert for about 4-5 times...

 

[LugNut]

The receiver, where you insert the metal buckle, doesn't have the charge like the retractor assembly. The receiver often is replaceable separately -- use a new, OEM Toyota part though. If just sticky, try a little WD-40 spray in it to loosen up the plastic button, etc.

 

[JuneBug]

ok.. thanks... that's mean cannot be disassembled? search for 5 days already can't find any idea.. the seat belt receiver still working but need to hard insert for about 4-5 times...

There may be a small piece of broken plastic or trash in there that blocks the tang. Try blowing it out with compressed air. Use eye protection, of course.

 

[akumaliew]

Ok thanks.... i will try.. if cannot just change a new one.... cheers...

 

[neodagzph]

I use silicone lubricant spray since i use it on my airsoft guns (i don't have WD40 at the time). Plus compressed air to remove gunk/ hardened dirt. Until now it locks/unlocks flawlessly.