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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 68059  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the driver-side seat belt buckle electrical connector.

  2. Object Number: 231970  Size: SH
  3. Remove the bolt that retains the driver-side seat belt buckle or buckles to the seat.
  4. Remove the driver-side seat belt buckle or buckles from the seat.

  5. Object Number: 231955  Size: SH
  6. Remove the bolt that retains the passenger-side seat belt buckle or buckle and belt assembly to the seat.
  7. Remove the passenger-side seat belt buckle or buckle and belt assembly from the seat.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 231955  Size: SH
  1. Install the passenger-side seat belt buckle or buckle and belt assembly to the vehicle.
  2. 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.

  3. Install the bolt that retains the passenger-side seat belt buckle or buckle and belt assembly to the vehicle.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the seat belt buckle or buckle and belt assembly bolt to 70 N·m (52 lb ft).


    Object Number: 231970  Size: SH
  5. Install the driver-side seat belt buckle or buckles to the seat.
  6. Install the bolt that retains the driver-side seat belt buckle or buckles to the seat.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the seat belt buckle or buckles bolt to 70 N·m (52 lb ft).


    Object Number: 68059  Size: SH
  8. Connect the driver-side seat belt buckle electrical connector.