Backpain when reaching for the seatbelt

kjjc · 01-21-2017, 06:16 AM

I am having issue with having to reach back so far away to pull the seatbelt every time I drive the car, starting to have some back muscle ache.

Anyone got solution to this?
Any of you guys added the seatbelt holder? They look so ugly though.

Pparana · 01-21-2017, 06:46 AM

I have had a few passengers cplain about the belt, does not bother me. Those look better than back pain. Once installed out would prob forget they were not OEM. Only downside is rear seat access.

BMWZ4 · 01-21-2017, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by kjjc

I am having issue with having to reach back so far away to pull the seatbelt every time I drive the car, starting to have some back muscle ache.

Anyone got solution to this?
Any of you guys added the seatbelt holder? They look so ugly though.

Is that BMW part? Do you have the part number?

BEM-S4 · 01-21-2017, 07:10 AM

Search my posts for something on convertible seat belt, can't find it on my phone right now. I bought and installed a phone belt clip of all things when my passenger belt was flapping around and making an annoying noise - worked great and was like $5 on amazon. You could maybe try the same thing by mount it forward towards the footwell.

xantdieselx · 01-21-2017, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by kjjc

I am having issue with having to reach back so far away to pull the seatbelt every time I drive the car, starting to have some back muscle ache.

Anyone got solution to this?
Any of you guys added the seatbelt holder? They look so ugly though.

Search for this thread:

Fix to for the 2 Series Seatbelt Issue

It's a cheap fix and helps quite a bit.

Rayscott · 01-21-2017, 08:43 AM

I got the little clips on line and they make it much easier to grab the belt. I cant remember where but I will post as soon as it comes to me.

Hellrot · 01-21-2017, 09:16 AM

The solution is to go to the gym and stretch.

Maynard · 01-21-2017, 10:40 AM

Hellrot is on to it (and with such a wholesome moniker, what would I expect). Would you ask what type ofduct tape to use to seal up a leaky radiator hose? Trust me that this is the early sign of a true world of hurt, worth the time to avoid.

morphomeman · 01-21-2017, 01:32 PM

Does this seat belt holder work on the 2-series?
BMW parts does not list is as such.

rich8566 · 01-22-2017, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by kjjc

I am having issue with having to reach back so far away to pull the seatbelt every time I drive the car, starting to have some back muscle ache.

Anyone got solution to this?
Any of you guys added the seatbelt holder? They look so ugly though.

I have a simple solution for you - don't reach over your shoulder to grab the belt - reach DOWN and slightly back to grab the belt. It works wonders and it won't stress your shoulder. And you won't have the add that ugly seat belt holder.

P2 · 01-22-2017, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by rich8566

Quote:

Originally Posted by kjjc

I am having issue with having to reach back so far away to pull the seatbelt every time I drive the car, starting to have some back muscle ache.

Anyone got solution to this?
Any of you guys added the seatbelt holder? They look so ugly though.

I have a simple solution for you - don't reach over your should to grab the belt - reach DOWN and slightly back to grab the belt. It works wonders and it won't stress your should. And you won't have the add that ugly seat belt holder.

Exactly what works for me!

Thebush121 · 01-22-2017, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Hellrot

The solution is to go to the gym and stretch.

#firstworldproblems.

Tony88 · 01-22-2017, 11:31 PM

I bought those same seat belt holders for my old E46 coupe. Didn't work worth a crap. The part that actually holds the belt always separated from the part that connects to the seat. Tried them for a few days and never used them again.

chemh0ser · 01-23-2017, 07:26 AM

Sometimes I do miss the automatic arm that handed me the seatbelt in my E92.

redontheline · 01-23-2017, 09:38 AM

Just an alternate fact: I was openly skeptical about the belt clips Rayscott is mentioning and confirmed they didn't make an ounce of difference for me, besides getting in my way sometimes. They are around $5 shipped so not a big loss if you still want to give them a shot. I wear a watch on my left wrist and don't like to play operation to avoid scratching the watch/car by reaching down. I just deal with over rotating to grab the belt over my shoulder.

BEM-S4 · 01-23-2017, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by redontheline

Just an alternate fact: I was openly skeptical about the belt clips Rayscott is mentioning and confirmed they didn't make an ounce of difference for me, besides getting in my way sometimes. They are around $5 shipped so not a big loss if you still want to give them a shot. I wear a watch on my left wrist and don't like to play operation to avoid scratching the watch/car by reaching down. I just deal with over rotating to grab the belt over my shoulder.

I almost dislocated my shoulder when I slipped on some ice and purposely went down in a twisted heap to keep my left wrist and my Aquatimer from hitting the pavement. It's amazing the stuff we will do to protect our watches!

3.0L · 01-23-2017, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by BEM-S4

I almost dislocated my shoulder when I slipped on some ice and purposely went down in a twisted heap to keep my left wrist and my Aquatimer from hitting the pavement. It's amazing the stuff we will do to protect our watches!

A long-time friend recently slipped and fell off a ladder while washing his small travel trailer, fracturing his ankle and wrist. His ankle injury required surgery. He subsequently threw a blood clot post-op and suffered a severe stroke that left him partially paralyzed and unable to speak.

Be careful out there.

robman23 · 01-23-2017, 11:00 AM

I bought the seat belt holder from BMW. Lasted 25 minutes before I ripped it off. It's garbage. I have a problem unbuckling where the belt will fold and get stuck in the retracting mechanism. I don't think BMW spends much time on seat belt ergonomics.

BEM-S4 · 01-23-2017, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by 3.0L

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Originally Posted by BEM-S4

I almost dislocated my shoulder when I slipped on some ice and purposely went down in a twisted heap to keep my left wrist and my Aquatimer from hitting the pavement. It's amazing the stuff we will do to protect our watches!

A long-time friend recently slipped and fell off a ladder while washing his small travel trailer, fracturing his ankle and wrist. His ankle injury required surgery. He subsequently threw a blood clot post-op and suffered a severe stroke that left him partially paralyzed and unable to speak.

Be careful out there.

Yeah shit like that scares me. My brother had a freak gardening accident turn into 10 shoulder surgeries flying all over the world to see specialists.

pz619 · 01-23-2017, 11:42 AM

Out of curiosity, what technique are you using. Over the shoulder for me is challenging due to a shoulder injury I sustained years ago. Instead I reach low and back to grab the belt. Works for me.

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Tony88 Private First Class 45 Rep 109 Posts Drives: M235ix Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Fairbanks, AK iTrader: (0)	I bought those same seat belt holders for my old E46 coupe. Didn't work worth a crap. The part that actually holds the belt always separated from the part that connects to the seat. Tried them for a few days and never used them again.
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redontheline Second Lieutenant 71 Rep 222 Posts Drives: EB 235 MT Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	Just an alternate fact: I was openly skeptical about the belt clips Rayscott is mentioning and confirmed they didn't make an ounce of difference for me, besides getting in my way sometimes. They are around $5 shipped so not a big loss if you still want to give them a shot. I wear a watch on my left wrist and don't like to play operation to avoid scratching the watch/car by reaching down. I just deal with over rotating to grab the belt over my shoulder.
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robman23 Private 34 Rep 73 Posts Drives: M235 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: NorCal iTrader: (0)	I bought the seat belt holder from BMW. Lasted 25 minutes before I ripped it off. It's garbage. I have a problem unbuckling where the belt will fold and get stuck in the retracting mechanism. I don't think BMW spends much time on seat belt ergonomics.
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pz619 Brigadier General 3279 Rep 3,256 Posts Drives: F87 M2C 6MT, Tesla 3 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: San Diego iTrader: (1)	Out of curiosity, what technique are you using. Over the shoulder for me is challenging due to a shoulder injury I sustained years ago. Instead I reach low and back to grab the belt. Works for me.
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