'Lazy" seat belt - need information on the actual repair

[stinkijeans]

Hope this is the right forum to post this question... apologies if it isn't...

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My driver's side (front) has the dreaded "Lazy seat belt" syndrome as described in Ford's TSB # 05-16-11, (Dated 08-22-05).

Their "fix is to apply some sort of Teflon tape, part # 3L2Z-78611D70-AB.
I haven't been able to find any pictures of the tape or dummies walk-through, but from what I understand, this tape acts merely as a slippery guide so the belt doesn't hang up?

So off to buy the repair kit... and to my (not) surprise, it costs almost $60!!! For what... tape? Are you kidding?

My question I hope one of you kind souls can answer:

1. Has anyone done this fix.
2. Can you please describe the repair in detail (with lots of pictures I hope).
3. Most importantly... can you provide exact details on this Teflon tape/part (without breaking any forum rules of course)? A picture of the tape would help immensely!

I have the ability and access to machine my own parts. I even have Teflon in sheets.

Can a person 'make' this repair kit?
Again, I'm only guessing here since I don't know what this "Teflon fix' consists of, but I'm wondering if I can make my own Teflon strip/guide and either attach by small screws or other way.

2001 Ranger XLT Supercab 4x4
4.0 SOHC, VIN E


Thanks in advance,

 

[caveman_joey]

I don't have this problem but i have ran in to other things that needed some form of dry lubrication. If you can't find the teflon tape to "fix" this problem with maybe you can locate some silicone spray to spray the belts with. If not something listed directly as a silicone spray maybe something like Camp Dry waterproofing spray for tents and boots that has silicone in it as the waterproofing agent. Spray it on let it dry as per directions and you should notice a difference in the friction making the belt "lazy". I shouldn't come off on your clothes as some other dry lubricants will and you can always retreat the belts as needed. I've used this stuff on treadmill belts to lube them and it works fine, but it does have to be reapplied after time. I hope this helps with your problem.

 

[nlarr81]

if you get something to work or find the details your looking for .....can you send me a link .......i would be nice to fix...

 

[Jason]

Dupont Krytox if you can get some. Your local Ford dealer should have a ton of it.

 

[Mark_88]

Teflon tape you can get at most hardware stores...I've had a roll for doing line sealing and I've still got quite a bit left...not sure where you're supposed to put it, but my driver side belt is pretty lazy...was just going to go to the junk yard and get another one, but the Gen I Rangers are disappearing faster than snow in April...

That is my other project for this month...fixing the door panels is the priority...

 

[Sighman]

Wow have y'all been driving in my truck or what, I have all these problems! Electric windows work sometimes sometimes not, drivers seat belt is "lazy". When you talk about the spray where do you spray it?

 

[Ranger Sport Honduras]

mine is that way so i dismounted it, lubed with wd-40 the coil that rolls the seat belt back and its a bit less lazy now.
i was thinking about taking the "coil" out, cut it like half inch and install it back, that way it will be tight and roll back like its meant to be.

 

[Sasquatch_Ryda]

We use Motorcraft Silicone Spray at work to get them moving better.

 

[Mark_88]

We use Motorcraft Silicone Spray at work to get them moving better.

I just happen to have a can of that stuff...thanks...will try that...

 

[YZ250Rider23]

I've mentioned this in a couple other threads, and I know it might sound a little ridiculous like "oh, that would never work!". Trust me though, it's worth trying... Mix up a solution of 1 part water to 1 part isopropyl alcohol, with just a touch of laundry detergent and clean the belts. Use something like a spring clamp to hold the belt out while you clean it and leave it till it dries. It always works for me.

 

[Ranger Sport Honduras]

I've mentioned this in a couple other threads, and I know it might sound a little ridiculous like "oh, that would never work!". Trust me though, it's worth trying... Mix up a solution of 1 part water to 1 part isopropyl alcohol, with just a touch of laundry detergent and clean the belts. Use something like a spring clamp to hold the belt out while you clean it and leave it till it dries. It always works for me.

ill give it a try

 

[Sultan]

I finally had time to do the cleaning the belts solution. It didn't work but my belts look a lot nicer!

So now what? Do I find new ones or get them at at jy?

Thx. RS

 

[fastpakr]

Another product you might try is Dupont's Teflon dry lube. It's usually available at Lowes on an end cap of one of the tool section aisles. I've had great success with it for anything from chain lube on the motorcycle to general places where you'd use WD-40 but need something that actually stays in place.