GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Express 🢒 Seats 🢒 Seat Hardware, Trim, and Upholstery 🢒 Driver or Passenger Seat Belt Buckle Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 158306 Size: SH
  1. Lift the buckle cover.
  2. Remove the seat belt buckle retaining bolt from the seat.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the seat belt buckle, if equipped.
  4. Remove the seat belt buckle from the seat.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 158306 Size: SH
  1. Install the seat belt buckle to the seat.
  2. Connect the electrical connector to the seat belt buckle, if equipped.
  3. Lift the buckle cover.

    4. 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 seat belt buckle retaining bolt to the seat.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the seat belt buckle retaining bolt to 52 N·m (38 lb ft).