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.
- Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats.
- Remove the rear seat center buckle and LH rear seat belt buckle anchor bolt.
- Slide the rear seat center buckle anchor plate out from under the LH rear seat back hold down.
- Remove the rear seat center buckle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the rear seat center buckle and LH rear seat belt buckle anchor plates under the LH rear seat back hold down.
- Install the rear seat center buckle and LH rear seat buckle anchor bolt
- 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.
Important: Assure that the bolt threads and bolt hole are free of any sealer patch material.
Tighten
Tighten the rear seat buckle bolt to 41 N·m (32 lb ft).
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.
