Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View of Retractor Fasteners and Retractor

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IMPORTANT: Apply Permatex® 24200 on all restraint fasteners prior to installation.

Position the shoulder belt pretensioner retractor into the center pillar positioning unit with the locking tab in the body structure notch.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the retractor fastener.
Tighten: Tighten the fastener to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

Fig 2: Height Adjuster Cover

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Install the height adjuster cover.
Connect the electrical connector to the pretensioner retractor.
Snap the shoulder belt webbing retainer into the center pillar.
Install the lower garnish molding into the center pillar. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Garnish Molding Replacement .

Fig 3: Seat Belt Anchor To Frame

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Install the seat belt anchor bolt to the seat frame.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).
Install the side trim cover to the front seat. Refer to Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement (2-Way) or Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement (4-Way) or Front Seat Cushion Outer Trim Panel Replacement (6-Way) .

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Trim Panel From The Seat

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Install the trim by pushing firmly on to the recliner handle.
Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .