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Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Right Front Coupe

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 179990 Size: SH
  1. Remove the plug (2) from the bolt/screw (3).
  2. Remove the bolt/screw (3) that attaches the plate to the rocker panel.
  3. Remove the attaching plate.
  4. Pull the webbing and the plate out of the shoulder belt guide.
  5. Lower the rear portion of the headlining finishing trim panel. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement in Roof.

    6. Object Number: 179993 Size: SH
  6. Remove the bolts/screws (1) that attach the bolt (2) to the rear roof panel.
  7. Remove the belt (1) from the rear roof panel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 179993 Size: SH
  1. Connect the belt (2) 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.

  2. Install the bolts/screws (1).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts/screws (1) to 28 N·m (20 lb ft).

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

    4. Object Number: 179990 Size: SH
  4. Route the webbing and the plate through the shoulder belt guide.
  5. Connect the plate to the rocker panel.
  6. Install the bolt/screw (3).

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt/screw (3) to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  7. Connect the plug (2) to the bolt/screw (3).

Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Right Front Convertible

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the front quarter trim finishing panel. Refer to Front Quarter Trim Finishing Panel Replacement in Body and Accessories.

    2. Object Number: 179990 Size: SH
  2. Remove the plug (2) from the bolt/screw (3).
  3. Remove the bolt/screw (3) that attaches the plate to the rocker panel.

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

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 179998 Size: SH
  1. Install the retractor-side belt (3).

    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.

  2. Install the bolt/screw (1) to the shoulder belt guide.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt/screw (1) to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  3. Install the bolt/screw (1) to the retractor-side shoulder belt .

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt/screw to (2) to 42 N·m  (31 lb ft).


    Object Number: 179990 Size: SH
  4. Install the bolt/screw (3) that attaches the plate to the rocker panel.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt/screw (3) to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  5. Connect the plug (2) to the bolt (3).
  6. Install the front quarter trim finish panel. Refer to Front Quarter Trim Finishing Panel Replacement in Body and Accessories.