GMC Yukon Seat Belts and Parts
Seat belts are an important part of your GMC Yukon. You need to be sure to have working seat belts for everyones safety. Learning more about the GMC Yukon seat belts and parts will ensure you get the parts you need.
What are the different seat belt parts?There are several components of seat belts. You may need an entirely new system or simply a replacement part.
- Retractor: Responsible for pulling the slack of the belt back into the system
- Belt extender: Increases the length of the lap belt
- Belt: Goes across the lap and shoulder; lap belts vary in length from 60 to 90 inches
- Seat belt clip: What the buckle goes into in order to keep you harnessed
- Buckle: Attaches to the belt to go into the seat belt clip
Seat belts are installed by removing the plastic cover on the base of the seat where the seat belt system is installed. You will need to pry open the cover and then use a ratchet set to remove the bolt. From there, you can install the new system. You will need to repeat the steps on the other side of the seat where the buckle system is. You may then need to feed the belt through the retractor so that youre able to use the belt.
What are some of the different features?There are various features available with seat belts for a GMC Yukon, allowing you to choose the right design for your truck.
- Bright colored belts
- Quick-release buttons
- Multiple-point buckle systems
- Shoulder pads
Off-road harnesses are unique in that they provide more security to those who are in the car. These harnesses replace the traditional seat belts that are in your Yukon. Many will have four- or five-point harness systems, which go across the chest and between the legs. When you go off-roading, you will be on rougher terrain, so the harnesses will keep you and your passengers strapped into the seats tighter.
What are OEM parts?OEM parts are those that are made by a manufacturer to be branded as genuine GMC parts. As you shop for seat belt parts, some will be identified as genuine OEM, so you can be sure theyre just like what was put into your Yukon at the factory. All of the other brands are identified as aftermarket.