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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Astro - 4WD 🢒 Restraints 🢒 Seat Belts 🢒 Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - No. 3 Left Rear

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 361986 Size: SH
  1. Remove the left rear storage trays. Squeeze the storage tray and pull upward to release.

    2. Object Number: 162223 Size: SH
  2. Remove the shoulder belt cover to expose the bolt.
  3. Remove the shoulder belt retaining bolt from the bracket .

    4. Object Number: 162233 Size: SH
  4. Remove the retractor retaining bolt.
  5. Remove the retractor from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the retractor to the vehicle.

    2. Object Number: 162233 Size: SH

    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.

  2. Install the retractor retaining bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the retractor retaining bolt to 53 N·m (39 lb ft).

  3. Install the shoulder belt retaining bolt to the bracket .

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the shoulder belt retaining bolt to the bracket to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).


    Object Number: 162223 Size: SH
  4. Install the retractor retaining bolt.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the retractor retaining bolt to 53 N·m (39 lb ft)


    Object Number: 361986 Size: SH
  5. Install the storage trays. Squeeze the storage tray together. Press the storage tray into place.