The front left seat belt for VW Polo Mk5 6R is an original Volkswagen part, designed for installation on the front left side of the cabin. It ensures proper restraint for the driver or passenger, supporting the vehicle's safety systems and maintaining a stable body position while driving.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 6R4857705D
- Mark: Volkswagen
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 6R4857705D
- Substitutable numbers: 6R4857705D, 6R4 857 705 D
- Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
- Category: Seat Belts & Parts
Application and Fitment for VW Polo Mk5 6R
The offered front left seat belt for VW Polo Mk5 6R has been specifically designed with the factory body geometry of this model in mind. This means correct belt routing, proper mounting points, and compatibility with standard interior components such as the pillar, seat, and floor anchors.
The vehicle placement is clearly defined as front – left side, which simplifies part selection when replacing after a collision, pretensioner activation, or due to wear and tear. This minimizes the risk of installation errors and ensures compliance with Volkswagen's original design specifications.
Construction and Function in the Safety System
The seat belt belongs to the category of seat belts and parts, which are crucial passive safety elements of a vehicle. Its function is to:
- stabilize the posture of the driver or passenger during sudden braking and emergency maneuvers,
- limit body displacement in the event of a collision, thereby reducing stress on the chest and pelvis,
- work in conjunction with airbags and the body structure to distribute forces acting on the body in a controlled manner.
The original Volkswagen manufacturing ensures proper belt retraction characteristics, locking mechanism operation, and correct interaction with other safety system components in the Polo Mk5 6R.
Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Choosing a Used Part
The presented item is a used Volkswagen seat belt, allowing for a reasonable purchase cost while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. Choosing a salvaged part offers several practical advantages:
- factory fitment to the seat, pillar, and body mounting points,
- consistent interior aesthetics – original finish and color typical for the VW Polo Mk5 6R,
- preservation of original operating parameters for the retraction and locking mechanism.
For many users, this is an effective way to restore full safety system functionality after seat belt activation or mechanical damage, without resorting to aftermarket replacements of uncertain origin.
Installation and Technical Aspects
The belt intended for the front left side of the vehicle is installed at the factory mounting points provided by Volkswagen. This ensures that:
- no structural modifications to the body or seat are required,
- correct belt routing geometry relative to the user's shoulders and chest is maintained,
- the safety system operates according to the design intentions of the engineers responsible for the VW Polo Mk5 6R project.
Installation by an experienced professional working with safety systems is recommended, following the vehicle manufacturer's procedures, including the correct tightening sequence for fasteners and verification of the retraction mechanism's proper operation.
Other Seat Belts and Technical Knowledge
If you are looking for other Volkswagen seat belts and parts for your car, check out the Volkswagen seat belts and parts available in our store to select components tailored to your specific model and body version.
For drivers interested in a broader context of component selection for premium cars, including differences between standard and sport versions, we recommend an article on our blog: BMW M Performance – what are the differences between BMW M components and standard ones. This is a valuable source of knowledge about manufacturers' approaches to designing elements that influence a car's safety, handling, and character.
