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Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Right Front VIN 5

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the seat belt guide loop cover.

  2. Object Number: 157282  Size: SH
  3. Remove the guide loop nut.
  4. Remove the guide loop from the guide adjuster bracket.
  5. Remove the lower center pillar trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

  6. Object Number: 371847  Size: SH
  7. Remove the intermediate guide bolts.

  8. Object Number: 370563  Size: SH
  9. Remove the anchor plate nut from the seat stud.
  10. Remove the anchor plate from the seat stud.

  11. Object Number: 371832  Size: SH
  12. Remove the retractor side seat belt bolt.
  13. Remove the retractor side seat belt from the lower center pillar.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the seat belt retractor into the T-slot in the center pillar.
  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.


    Object Number: 370568  Size: SH
  3. Install the retractor side seat belt bolt.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the retractor side seat belt bolt to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).


    Object Number: 371847  Size: SH
  5. Install the intermediate guide bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the intermediate guide bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 370563  Size: SH
  7. Position the anchor plate to the seat stud.
  8. Install the anchor plate nut to the seat stud.
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the anchor plate nut to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  10. Install the lower center pillar trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

  11. Object Number: 157282  Size: SH
  12. Position the guide loop to the guide adjuster bracket.
  13. Install the guide loop nut.
  14. Tighten
    Tighten the guide loop nut to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  15. Close the guide loop cover.

Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Right Front VIN 1

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the rear seat cushion and seat back.
  2. • Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats.
    • Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.
  3. Remove the rear shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  4. Open the guide loop cover.

  5. Object Number: 157284  Size: SH
  6. Remove the guide loop bolt.
  7. Remove the guide loop from the upper quarter trim panel.
  8. Remove the upper quarter trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  9. Remove the lower quarter trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  10. Remove the intermediate guide bolts (1).
  11. Remove the intermediate guide.

  12. Object Number: 157287  Size: SH
  13. Remove the anchor plate nut from the seat belt.
  14. Remove the seat belt from the anchor plate.

  15. Object Number: 157285  Size: SH
  16. Remove the retractor seat belt bolt (3).
  17. Remove the retractor seat belt from the lower center pillar.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 157285  Size: SH
  1. Install the seat belt retractor into the T-slot in the lower quarter trim panel.
  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.


    Object Number: 157285  Size: SH
  3. Install the retractor seat bolt (3).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the retractor seat belt bolt (3) to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  5. Install the anchor plate to the seat.

  6. Object Number: 157287  Size: SH
  7. Install the anchor plate nut.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the anchor plate nut to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).


    Object Number: 157285  Size: SH
  9. Install the intermediate guide bolts (1).
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the intermediate guide bolts (1) to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  11. Install the lower quarter trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  12. Install the upper quarter trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  13. Position the guide loop to the upper quarter trim panel.

  14. Object Number: 157284  Size: SH
  15. Install the guide loop bolt.
  16. Tighten
    Tighten the guide loop bolt to 42 N·m(31 lb ft).

  17. Close the guide loop cover.
  18. Install the rear shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  19. Install the rear seat back and seat cushion.
  20. • Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats.
    • Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.