HARD TO REACH FRONT PASS. SEAT BELT-INST. NEW RETAINER BRKT.
SUBJECT: HARD TO REACH FRONT PASSENGER BUCKLE SIDE SEAT BELT (INSTALL NEW SEAT BELT RETAINER BRACKET)
VEHICLES AFFECTED: 1993 "N" MODEL COUPES
MODELS AFFECTED: --------------- 1993 "N" series coupes before the following VIN breakpoints:
Pontiac PC704526
PM507408
Oldsmobile PM001064
Buick PC252524
CONDITION:
--------- Some owners of 1993 "N" cars may comment on difficulty in reaching the front passenger buckle side seat belt.
CAUSE:
----- Front passenger buckle side seat belt becomes lodged behind the EZ entry seat when the seat is cycled.
CORRECTION:
---------- Install a new seat belt retainer bracket:
1. Remove passenger seat according to procedure in Section 10-10 of 1993 "N" Body Service Manual.
2. Locate hole on inboard side of seat cushion frame.
3. Pierce trim over hole and install bolt (1) P/N 17902724.
4. Remove seatback inboard pivot bolt (4) and bushing (3).
5. Insert bolt (4) and bushing (3) through seat belt retainer bracket (2) P/N 2257621 0.
6. Reinstall bolt (4) through seatback inboard pivot support.
7. Reinstall seat.
8. Position buckle side seat belt between bracket (2) and seat cushion and snap bracket onto bolt (1).
PARTS INFORMATION:
Seat Belt Retainer Bracket 22576210
Seat Belt Retainer Bolt 17902724
For vehicles repaired under warranty use:
Labour Time: 0.3 Hour
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