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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1277004  Size: SH
  1. Remove the upper center pillar trim. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement.
  2. Remove the lower center pillar trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement.
  3. Remove the guide loop nut.
  4. Remove the guide loop from the guide adjuster bracket.
  5. Remove the intermediate guide bolt.
  6. Remove the seat belt retractor bolt.
  7. Remove the seat belt retractor from the T-slot in the lower center pillar.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1277004  Size: SH
  1. Install the belt retractor into the T-slot in the center pillar.
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  3. Install the seat belt retractor bolt.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the seat belt retractor bolt to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  5. Install the intermediate guide bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the intermediate guide bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  7. Position the guide loop to the guide adjuster bracket.
  8. Install the guide loop nut.
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the guide loop nut to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  10. Install the lower center pillar trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement.
  11. Install the upper center pillar trim. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement.