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Front Seat Belt Replacement 2 Door

Removal Procedure

Caution: The seat belt assembly and/or bracket assembly must be replaced as a unit only. Do not substitute parts for any reason, or personal injury could result.

Caution: To help avoid personal injury from unrepaired crash damage to a restraint system, perform the seat belt check for each seat belt system. Replace the seat belt system if there is any doubt about the condition of system components.


    Object Number: 183524  Size: SH
  1. Lift the front seat belt lower anchor bolt cover and remove the anchor bolt (2).
  2. Remove the front seat belt guide loop cover and anchor bolt.

  3. Object Number: 183526  Size: SH
  4. Remove one screw from the front seat belt trim bezel (3).

  5. Object Number: 183528  Size: SH
  6. Pull the rear quarter interior trim panel (1) from the vehicle, disengaging the plastic clips.
  7. Remove one mounting bolt and the front seat belt retractor mechanism from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  1. Install the front seat belt retractor mechanism to the vehicle. Secure the mechanism with one mounting bolt.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the front seat belt retractor mechanism mounting bolt 45 N·m (33 lb ft).


    Object Number: 183528  Size: SH
  3. Install the rear quarter interior trim panel (1) to the vehicle. Press it into place, engaging the plastic clips.

  4. Object Number: 183526  Size: SH
  5. Install the front seat belt trim bezel (3) to the vehicle. Secure the bezel with one screw.
  6. Install the front seat belt guide loop anchor bolt.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the front seat belt guide loop anchor bolt to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  8. Install the front seat belt guide loop cover.

  9. Object Number: 183524  Size: SH
  10. Install the front seat belt lower anchor bolt (2).
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the front seat belt lower anchor bolt (2) to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  12. Position the front seat belt lower anchor bolt cover into place.

Front Seat Belt Replacement 4 Door

Removal Procedure

Caution: The seat belt assembly and/or bracket assembly must be replaced as a unit only. Do not substitute parts for any reason, or personal injury could result.

Caution: To help avoid personal injury from unrepaired crash damage to a restraint system, perform the seat belt check for each seat belt system. Replace the seat belt system if there is any doubt about the condition of system components.


    Object Number: 183524  Size: SH
  1. Push the carpet away to gain access to the front seat belt lower anchor bolt (2).
  2. Remove the anchor bolt (2).
  3. Remove the three screws and the front side door scuff plate.
  4. Remove the two screws and the rear side door scuff plate.
  5. Lower the A-pillar trim fro the A-pillar.
  6. Remove one mounting bolt and front seat belt retractor mechanism from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  1. Install the front seat belt retractor mechanism to the vehicle. Secure the mechanism with one mounting bolt.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the front seat belt guide loop anchor bolt to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  3. Lower the A-pillar trim to the A-pillar.
  4. Install the rear side door scuff plate to the vehicle with two screws.
  5. Install the front side door scuff plate with three screws.
  6. Install the front seat belt guide loop anchor bolt.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the front seat belt guide loop anchor bolt to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  8. Install the front seat belt guide loop cover.

  9. Object Number: 183524  Size: SH
  10. Install the front seat belt lower anchor bolt (2).
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the front seat belt lower anchor bolt (2) to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  12. Position the carpet into place.