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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the bolt retaining the seat belt to the rear seat shoulder belt guide adjuster.
  2. Remove the rear pillar upper garnish molding. Refer to Upper Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
  3. Remove the rear pillar lower garnish molding. Refer to Lower Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
  4. Remove the seat belt clip from the body panel.

  5. Object Number: 809362  Size: SH
  6. Remove the bolt retaining the seat belt retractor to the body panel.
  7. Remove the seat belt retractor from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 809362  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.

  1. Install the bolt securing the seat belt retractor to the body panel.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the seat belt retractor bolt to 55 N·m (40 lb ft).

  3. Install the seat belt clip to the body panel.
  4. Install the rear pillar lower garnish molding. Refer to Lower Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
  5. Install the rear pillar upper garnish molding. Refer to Upper Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement .
  6. Install the bolt securing the seat belt to the rear seat shoulder belt guide adjuster.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the seat belt to guide adjuster bolt to 55 N·m (40 lb ft).