GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Slide the front seat all the way forward.

  2. Object Number: 361955  Size: SH
  3. Remove the seat belt from the seat belt guide located on the side of the bucket seat.
  4. Remove the cover from the shoulder belt guide to expose the bolt.
  5. Remove the retaining bolt from the shoulder belt guide adjuster bracket.
  6. Remove the right front lock pillar inside garnish molding. Refer to Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement - Right Side in Interior Trim.
  7. Remove the cover on the base of the retractor to expose the bolt.
  8. Remove the bolt from the retractor to the pillar.
  9. Remove the electrical connectors.
  10. Remove the retractor from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the retractor to the vehicle.
  2. Install the electrical connectors.
  3. 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. Install the retractor bolt to the pillar.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the retractor bolt to the pillar to 53 N·m (39 lb ft).

  6. Install the cover to the base of the retractor.

  7. Object Number: 361955  Size: SH
  8. Install the bolt retaining the shoulder belt to the guide adjuster bracket.
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the shoulder belt retaining bolt to

    30 N·m (22 lb ft).

  10. Install the right front lock pillar inside garnish molding. Refer to Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement - Right Side in Interior Trim.
  11. Install the cover to the shoulder belt guide.
  12. Install the seat belt to the seat belt guide located on the side of the bucket seat.
  13. Slide the front seat back in position.