Dual mode seat belt retractor assembly

摘要: This invention relates to a seat belt retractor for motor vehicle which can be operated in an emergency locking mode wherein retraction is prevented only upon deceleration, or automatic where the operates as one-way clutch inhibit withdrawal. A switching mechanism provided causes operating of change when webbing either fully extended retracted. The employs rotating actuator ring gear having one more tabs engage lever caused move between two positions. In position lever, bar urged into engagement with toothed sprockets causing operate mode. other biasing relieved so that design according this provides wide flexibility terms packaging and easily modified accommodate various lengths webbing.