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Rear Seat Belt Retractor Replacement Coupe

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the quarter inner rear trim finish panel. Refer to Quarter Inner Rear Trim Finish Panel Replacement in Body and Accessories.
  2. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Body and Accessories.

  3. Object Number: 180047  Size: MH
  4. Remove the nut (1) that attaches the rear seat retractor-side shoulder belt to the inner wheelhouse panel (2).
  5. Remove the bolts/screws (7) that attach the rear seat shoulder belt guide (6) to the rear seat back cushion.
  6. Remove the bolt/screw (4) and the spacer (3) that attaches the belt (5) to the floor panel.
  7. Remove the belt (5) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 180047  Size: MH
  1. Connect the belt anchor plate to the floor 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. Connect the bolt/screw (4) and the spacer (3) to the floor panel.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt/screw to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  5. Connect the shoulder belt guide (6) to the rear seat back cushion.
  6. Install the bolts/screws (7).
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts/screws (7) to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  8. Connect the belt retractor to the inner wheelhouse panel (2).
  9. Install the nut (1).
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 55 N·m (41 lb ft).

  11. Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Body and Accessories.
  12. Install the quarter inner rear trim finishing panel. Refer to Quarter Inner Rear Trim Finish Panel Replacement in Body and Accessories.

Rear Seat Belt Retractor Replacement Convertible

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the retractor trim cover. Refer to Shoulder Belt Replacement - Rear .
  2. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats. in Body and Accessories.

  3. Object Number: 180027  Size: SH
  4. Remove the bolt/screw (2) from the rear seat retractor-side belt guide.
  5. Remove the bolt/screw (1) from the rear seat retractor-side shoulder belt .

  6. Object Number: 180030  Size: SH
  7. Remove the bolt/screw (1) and the spacer (2) that attaches the belt (3) to the floor panel.
  8. Remove the rear seat belt (3).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 180030  Size: SH
  1. Attach the rear seat belt anchor plate to the floor 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. Connect the bolt/screw (1) through the belt anchor plate and the spacer (2) to the floor panel.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt (1) to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).


    Object Number: 180027  Size: SH
  5. Install the bolt/screw (1) to the rear seat retractor-side shoulder belt.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt (1) to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  7. Install the bolt/screw (2) to the rear seat retractor-side belt guide.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt (2) to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  9. Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats. in Body and Accessories.
  10. Install the retractor trim cover. Refer to Shoulder Belt Replacement - Rear .