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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Impala 🢒 Restraints 🢒 Seat Belts 🢒 Child Seat Restraint System Belt Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Important: The child seat belt bracket can be replaced only on fixed seat backs. On fold down seats the bracket is part of the seat back frame.

  1. Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.
  2. Remove the rear center seat belts. Refer to Seat Belt Replacement - Center Rear .

    3. Object Number: 782304 Size: SH
  3. Remove the bracket nut (1) located between the center seat belts.
  4. Remove the bolts (2) from each end of the bracket.
  5. Remove the bracket from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure
  1. Position the bracket in the vehicle.

    2. Object Number: 782304 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. Apply a thread sealant, GM P/N 12345382 (Canada 10953489,) Loctite 242, Permatex 24200 to the threads of the bolts (2).
  3. Install the bolts (2) to each end of the bracket.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the child seat latch bracket bolts to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  4. Install the bracket nut (1) between the center seat belts.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the child seat latch bracket nut to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  5. Install the rear center seat belts. Refer to Seat Belt Replacement - Center Rear .
  6. Install the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.