Rear Safety Belt - Second Row, 60/40 Bench

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)

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WARNING: All safety belt assemblies including retractors, buckles, shoulder belt height adjusters (if so equipped) child safety seat tether attachments 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.

To access the second row 40 percent safety belt buckle, remove the seat from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to REAR SEAT -- 40 PERCENT E-Z ENTRY, SECOND ROW .
To access the second row outboard safety belt retractors, remove the rear quarter trim panels. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM PANELS .
To access the second row center safety belt retractor, remove and disassemble the 60 percent seat backrest. For additional information, refer to REAR SEAT BACKREST -- 60 PERCENT OF 60/40 .

Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustrations and tables.

To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps:

PART REMOVAL STEPS

Part	Steps
Safety Belt Buckle (Second Row 40 Percent)	1-2
Safety Belt Retractor (Second Row)	3-5
Safety Belt Shoulder Height Adjuster (Second Row)	3, 6-7
Safety Belt Retractor (Second Row Center)	8-10
Dual Safety Belt Buckle (Second Row 60 Percent)	11-13

Fig 2: Removing Rear Safety Belt - Second Row, 60/40 Bench Components (1 Of 2)

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Fig 3: Removing Rear Safety Belt - Second Row, 60/40 Bench Components (2 Of 2)

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.