So, I’m replacing my driver’s side seat belt on my 84.  The old one is chewed up from Previous owner.  He must of had a sharp belt buckle. 

So the new belt is slightly different, from a 85 or 86 vanagon.  I have to replace the receiver as well.  

The wire connects to a plastic connector.  

What does the wire do?  Is it really needed? 

Any tips on getting that stubborn connector apart? 

Eric Caron 
84 westfalia 
Soon with healthier, and now matching seat belts.