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Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Left Front Coupe

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 180044  Size: SH
  1. Remove the plug (3) from the bolt/screw (2).
  2. Remove the bolt/screw (2) that attaches the plate to the rocker panel.
  3. Remove the plate.
  4. Pull the webbing and the plate out of the shoulder belt guide.
  5. Lower the rear portion of the headliner finishing trim panel. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement in Roof.

  6. Object Number: 180045  Size: SH
  7. Remove the bolts/screws (2) that attach the belt (1) to the rear roof panel.
  8. Remove the belt (2) from the rear roof panel.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 180045  Size: SH
  1. Connect the belt (1) to the rear roof panel.
  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 bolts/screws (2).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts/screws (2) to 28 N·m (20 lb ft).

  5. Raise the rear portion of the headliner finishing trim panel back into position. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement in Roof.

  6. Object Number: 180044  Size: SH
  7. Route the webbing and the plate through the shoulder belt guide.
  8. Install the plate to the rocker panel.
  9. Install the bolt/screw (2).
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt/screw (2) to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  11. Install the plug (3) to the bolt/screw (2).

Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Left Front Convertible

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 180044  Size: SH
  1. Remove the front quarter trim finishing panel. Refer to Front Quarter Trim Finish Panel Replacement in Body and Accessories.
  2. Remove the plug (3) from the bolt/screw (2).
  3. Remove the bolt/screw (2) that attaches the plate to the rocker panel.

  4. Object Number: 179998  Size: SH
  5. Remove the shoulder belt guide bolt/screw (3).
  6. Remove the retractor-side belt (1).
  7. Remove the shoulder belt retractor-side bolt/screw (2).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 179998  Size: SH
  1. Install the retractor-side belt (1).
  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 shoulder belt guide bolt/screw (3).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt/screw (3) to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  5. Install the shoulder belt retractor-side bolt/screw (2).
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt/screw (2) to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).


    Object Number: 180044  Size: SH
  7. Install the bolt/screw (2) that attaches the plate to the rocker panel.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt/screw (2) to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  9. Install the plug (3) to the bolt/screw (2).
  10. Install the front quarter trim finish panel. Refer to Front Quarter Trim Finish Panel Replacement in Body and Accessories.