Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Front Seat Belt Retractor

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Install the seat belt retractor into the T-slot in the center pillar.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the seat belt retractor side belt bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 68 N.m (50 lb ft).

Fig 2: Intermediate Guide Bolts

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Install the intermediate guide bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 3: Identifying Seat Belt Anchor Plate Nut

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Position the anchor plate to the seat stud.
Install the anchor plate nut to the seat stud.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).
Install the lower center pillar panel trim. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Lower Center Pillar in Interior Trim.
Install the upper center pillar panel trim. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Upper Center Pillar in Interior Trim.

Fig 4: Seat Belt Guide Loop

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Position the seat belt guide loop to the guide adjuster bracket.
Install the guide loop bolt (1).
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).
Close the seat belt guide loop cover.