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Seat Belt Buckle Replacement - Right Front AQQ, AQR

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the seat belt locking cable bolt from the floor panel, if equipped. Discard the bolt.
  2. Remove the seat belt bracket and the locking cable from the vehicle, if equipped.

  3. Object Number: 202303  Size: SH
  4. For the low back seat belt bracket mounting, remove the seat belt locking cable bolt from the floor panel, if equipped . Discard the bolt.
  5. For the low back seat belt bracket mounting, remove the seat belt bracket and the locking cable from the vehicle, if equipped.

  6. Object Number: 202299  Size: SH
  7. For the high back seat belt mounting, remove the buckle side mounting bolt.
  8. For the high back seat belt mounting, remove the buckle side mounting.

  9. Object Number: 202303  Size: SH
  10. For the low back seat belt mounting, remove the buckle side mounting bolt.
  11. For the low back seat belt mounting, remove the buckle side mounting.

  12. Object Number: 202279  Size: SH
  13. Remove the seat belt bolt sealers. Discard the sealers.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 202279  Size: SH
  1. Install the NEW seat belt bolt sealers.

  2. Object Number: 202303  Size: SH
  3. For the low back seat belt mounting, install the buckle side mounting.
  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.

  5. For the low back seat belt mounting, install the buckle side mounting bolt.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the low back seat belt buckle side bolt to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).


    Object Number: 202299  Size: SH
  7. For the high back seat belt mounting, install the buckle side mounting.
  8. Important: Ensure that a minimum of 2 threads protrude beyond the nut or the anchor plate.

  9. For the high back seat belt mounting, install the buckle side mounting bolt.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the high back seat belt buckle side bolt to 90 N·m (66 lb ft).

  11. Inspect the bolts after installation.