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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the seat belt escutcheon from the rear corner garnish molding.
  2. Remove the rear corner garnish molding. Refer to Body Rear Corner Garnish Molding Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 374206  Size: SH
  4. Remove the seat belt retractor retaining bolts from the seat belt retractor.
  5. Remove the seat belt retractor from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 374206  Size: SH
  1. Install the seat belt retractor 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 seat belt retractor retaining bolts to the vehicle.
  4. Tighten

        • Tighten the seat belt retractor upper retaining bolt to 52 N·m (38 lb ft).
        • Tighten the seat belt retractor lower retaining bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
  5. Install the rear corner garnish molding. Refer to Body Rear Corner Garnish Molding Replacement .
  6. Secure the seat belt escutcheon to the rear corner garnish molding.