Strange problem I have 2000 996 and got some used seat belts (front) But they will not extend. They seemed to be locked and both are the same way. There are no electrical connections to them. I was just trying them without mounting them first and also looked for some kind of way to unlock including giving them a quick pull and release ,but no joy. What's up anyone?

 

They are plugged in and will not operate until they are. See picture circle #3 attached...the arrow indicates how to unplug the tensioner

 

Mine do not have a electrical connection?

 

It is not an electrical connection per se...it is a wired plug that is there to sense the seatbelt tensioner is connected...I do not believe the tensioner will work if it is not installed.

 

I give it a try.

 

Loren just posted that the plug-in is not for pre MY02...so yours is just mechanical...I do not have info. on that...sorry.

 

No problem, thanks

 

Follow Up: The seat belts (2000 model mechanical type) need to be installed before they will extend. All is well.