cwn@mtgzz.UUCP (c.w.nash) (11/05/85)
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I've got a VW GOLF and it's got a problem.
When it rains the seat belt gets wet.
Somehow, water gets in the panel that houses the
roller for the belt. And when I go to buckle up,
(the law in NJ) the strap is saturated.
I took the car to a dealer a few weeks ago for this
problem and they replaced the rubber molding on the
inside of the door (warranty). Today is the first day it's rained
since then, and when I pulled the belt out it was--and
still is--soaked.
Needless to say, this is really distressing. Not only
is the seat belt out of commission on rainy days, but what about
the body of the car? Is there a buildup of water in the
panel that houses the seat belt? Will it rust? Should I
dump this car?
And what if I get pulled over for not wearing a seat belt?
"Sorry officer it's wet right now, but I'll put it on
when it dries."
HELP!
If I could get *any* suggestions as to how the belt is
getting soaked, I'd greatly appreciate it. Anything will
help. I'll post the responses, and what the dealer
has to say and offer.
Thanks
c. walker nash
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