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Removal and Installation

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WARNING: All safety belt assemblies including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle support assemblies (slide bar), if equipped, shoulder belt height adjusters, if equipped, child safety seat tether bracket assemblies, if equipped, and attaching hardware should be inspected after any collision. All belt assemblies should be replaced unless a qualified technician finds the assemblies show no damage and operate properly. Belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) feature of the safety belt retractor must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the ALR feature for a child seat is functioning properly, in addition to the other checks for proper safety belt system function. A belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the safety belt assembly's "automatic locking retractor" feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when inspected according to the functional inspection procedures in the workshop manual. Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.
  1. Remove the rear seat cushion. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  2. Remove the rear seat bolster. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  3. Remove the outboard safety belt anchor bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).
  4. Remove the upper and lower C-pillar trim panels. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  5. Remove the bolt and the outboard safety belt retractor.
    • To install, tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).
    6. NOTE:
    1. Make sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted prior to installation.
    2. During installation the web loop position of the safety belt anchor must face outboard of the vehicle.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  7. Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM .
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