Third Row Double Seat Outer Seatbelt Buckle: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Position the liftgate opening weatherstrip aside.

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Release the clips and the liftgate scuff plate trim panel.

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Remove the load floor cover.

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Position the load floor storage compartment cover up.

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Remove the vehicle jack assembly.

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Disconnect the keyless entry rear antenna electrical connector.

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Remove the load floor storage compartment bolts.

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Release the clips and remove the load floor storage compartment.

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Disconnect the third row center seatbelt from the third row center seatbelt retractor mini-buckle.
1. Press the release button.
2. Release the third row center seatbelt.
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1. Pull up the elastic strap.
2. Feed the third row center seatbelt retractor mini-buckle into the seat cushion pocket.
3. Feed the third row double seat outer seatbelt buckle into the seat cushion pocket.
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Remove the third row double seat outer seatbelt buckle.
1. If equipped. Detach and disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Remove the pin-type retainer.
3. Remove the bolt.
  Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
4. Pull the seatbelt buckle through the cushion pocket.

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