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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 1998 🢒 Grand Am 🢒 Restraints 🢒 Seat Belts 🢒 Rear Seat Center Retractor Side Belt Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 165423 Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats.
  2. Remove the rear seat back cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.
  3. (Sedan Only) Remove the quarter upper trim finish panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  4. Remove the quarter trim finish panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  5. (Sedan Only) Remove the center pillar upper trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  6. (Sedan Only) Remove the center pillar lower trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  7. Remove the rear window panel trim. Refer to Rear Window Reveal Molding Replacement in Stationary Windows.
  8. Remove the rear seat anchor plate bolt.
  9. Remove the rear seat belt retractor bolt (1).
  10. Remove the rear seat outer retractor side belt.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 165423 Size: SH

    Important: Remove any twist in the seat belt webbing before final assembly.

  1. Install the rear seat retractor side belt.

    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 rear seat belt retractor bolt (1).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the rear seat belt retractor bolt to 36 N·m (27 lb ft).

  3. Install the rear seat anchor plate bolt.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the rear seat anchor plate bolt to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  4. Install the rear window panel trim. Refer to Rear Window Reveal Molding Replacement
  5. (Sedan Only) Install the center pillar lower trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  6. (Sedan Only) Install the center pillar upper trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  7. Install the quarter trim finish panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  8. (Sedan Only) Install the quarter upper trim finish panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  9. Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats.
  10. Install the rear seat back cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.