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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the cover from the upper seat belt (1) anchor.
  2. Use the J 29843-9  in order to remove the upper seat belt anchor bolt (2).

    Important:  The lower seat belt anchor (4) attaches to the mini-buckle on the right side of the 60 percent seat cushion on vehicles equipped with a 60/40 split bench seat. Use a key or a small flat bladed tool in order to release the seat belt anchor from the mini-buckle.

  3. Lift the trim cover in order to expose the lower seat belt anchor bolt (5).
  4. Use the J 29843-9  in order to remove the bolt (5) securing the lower seat belt anchor (4) from the C-pillar.
  5. Remove the cup holder/armrest trim cover (3) from the passenger's side.
  6. Remove the left body side front trim panel. Refer to INTERIOR TRIM  in Interior Trim.
    Fig 1: Removing Cover From Upper Seat Belt Anchor
    G01533744Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Use the J 29843-9  in order to remove the bolt securing the seat belt retractor from the C-pillar.
  8. Remove the seat side belt retractor from the C-pillar.
    Fig 2: Removing Seat Side Belt Retractor From C-Pillar
    G01533745Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.