Removal Procedure
- Remove the bolt that retains the lower seat belt anchor plate to the vehicle.
- Carefully pry open the upper seat belt anchor plate cover with a flat-bladed tool.
- Remove the bolt that retains the upper seat belt anchor plate to the vehicle.
- Remove the body side trim panel. Refer to Body Side Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
- Guide the seat belt through the opening in the body side trim cover.
- Remove the bolt that retains the seat belt retractor assembly to the vehicle.
- Remove the seat belt retractor assembly from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the seat belt retractor assembly to the vehicle.
- Install the bolt that retains the seat belt retractor assembly to the vehicle.
- Guide the seat belt through the opening in the body side trim cover.
- Install the body side trim panel. Refer to Body Side Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
- Install the seat belt opening trim cover by firmly pressing the cover into place.
- Install the upper seat belt anchor plate and bolt to the vehicle.
- Close the upper seat belt anchor plate cover.
- Install the lower seat belt anchor plate and bolt to the vehicle.
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.
Tighten
Tighten the seat belt retractor assembly bolt to 70 N·m
(52 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the upper seat belt anchor plate bolt to 70 N·m
(52 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the lower seat belt anchor plate bolt to 70 N·m
(52 lb ft).
