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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes šŸ¢’ Pontiac šŸ¢’ 2004 šŸ¢’ Bonneville šŸ¢’ Restraints šŸ¢’ Seat Belts šŸ¢’ Rear Seat Belt Buckle Replacement

Removal Procedure

Notice: To prevent possible seat belt damage, refer to the following items before servicing or replacing lap and shoulder belts, including single loop belt systems:

   ā€¢ Lap and shoulder belts will be serviced as follows:
      - Replace only the part in question.
      - Do not intermix standard and deluxe belts on front or rear seats.
      - All attachment hardware must be replaced, not reused.
   ā€¢ Keep sharp edges and damaging objects away from belts.
   ā€¢ Avoid bending or damaging any portion of the belt buckle or latch plate.
   ā€¢ Do not bleach or dye belt or strap webbing. Clean with a mild soap solution and water.
   ā€¢ When installing lap or shoulder belt anchor bolts, start the bolts by hand to ensure that the bolts are threaded straight.
   ā€¢ Do not attempt repairs on lap or shoulder belt retractor mechanisms to lap belt retractor covers. Replace defective assemblies with new service replacement parts.
   ā€¢ Do not attempt to remove the seat belt retractor cover. The cover and the long rivet securing the cover to the retractor are not available as service replacement parts.

  1. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats.

    2. Object Number: 430303 Size: SH
  2. Remove the rear seat belt and buckle anchor fastener.
  3. Slide the rear seat buckle anchor plate out from under the rear seat back hold-down.
  4. Remove the rear seat buckle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 430303 Size: SH
  1. Install the rear seat belt buckle anchor plate under the rear seat back hold-down.

    2. 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.

    Important: Assure that the fastener threads and fastener hole are free of any sealer patch material.

  2. Install the rear seat center belt and RH rear seat buckle anchor fastener. Ensure the center belt anchor is facing rearward and the center buckle anchors are facing towards the rear.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the rear seat center belt and rear seat buckle anchor fasteners to 36 NĀ·m (26 lb ft).

  3. Ensure the seat belt buckles are stowed in the seat back pockets and install the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats.