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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:

   • 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.
   • Keep sharp edges and damaging objects away from belts.
   • Avoid bending or damaging any portion of the belt buckle or latch plate.
   • Do not bleach or dye belt or strap webbing. Clean with a mild soap solution and water.
   • When installing lap or shoulder belt anchor bolts, start the bolts by hand to ensure that the bolts are threaded straight.
   • Do not attempt repairs on lap or shoulder belt retractor mechanisms to lap belt retractor covers. Replace defective assemblies with new service replacement parts.
   • 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.


    Object Number: 430303 Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats.
  2. Remove the center rear seat belt anchor fastener from the floor.
  3. Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.

    4. Object Number: 652898 Size: SH
  4. Remove the push-in retainers securing the rear shelf trim (1) .

    5. Object Number: 652893 Size: SH
  5. Release the center shoulder belt escutcheon by prying upward on the front corner .

    6. Object Number: 652898 Size: SH
  6. Carefully lift up-ward on the rear shelf trim enough to expose the retractor fastener (2).
  7. Remove the fastener (2).
  8. Remove the front rear compartment trim panel.
  9. Remove the retractor through the rear compartment.
  10. Feed the center shoulder belt and escutcheon through the opening in the rear shelf trim panel.

Installation Procedure
  1. From the rear compartment, feed the rear seat center shoulder belt and escutcheon through opening in the rear shelf trim panel.
  2. Install the retractor to the cross brace.

    3. Object Number: 652898 Size: SH
  3. Carefully lift upward on the rear shelf trim panel.

    4. 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.

  4. From inside the vehicle, install the center rear seat belt retractor fastener (2).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the center rear seat belt retractor fastener (2) to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).


    Object Number: 652893 Size: SH
  5. Install the push-in fastener in order to secure the rear shelf trim panel.
  6. Install the center rear seat belt escutcheon to the rear shelf opening.
  7. Install the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.

    8. Object Number: 430303 Size: SH
  8. Install the center rear seat belt anchor fastener to the floor.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the anchor fastener to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).

  9. Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats.