Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup, 2004 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2004 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2004 Ford Excursion, and 2004 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

WARNING: All safety belt assemblies including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle support assemblies (slide bar), 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.

Fold the second row 40 and 60 percent seat backrest forward.
- Remove the safety belt buckle(s) and lap belt assembly from between the seat backrest and cushion.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Safety Belt Buckle
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: The remaining steps of the procedure are shown with the second row seat removed for clarity.
Remove the wing nut and the jack tools.

Fig 2: Removing Wing Nut And Jack Tools
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the three bolts and the compartment.

Fig 3: Removing Bolts And Compartment
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Left side safety belt buckle assembly
Remove the bolts and the safety belt buckle assembly.

Fig 4: Removing Bolts And Safety Belt Buckle Assembly
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Right side safety belt buckle and center lap belt
Remove the bolts and the safety belt buckle assembly.

Fig 5: Removing Bolts And Safety Belt Buckle Assembly
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

All vehicles

NOTE: Make sure to tighten all nuts and bolts to specification.

NOTE: When installing a new safety belt buckle and lap belt assembly, make sure to install it at the second row right hand position of the vehicle. This is due to the safety belt buckles and tongues being different sizes from the left hand to the right hand side.

NOTE: Make sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted prior to installation.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- After installation, make sure the safety belt buckle and lap belt are positioned between the seat backrest and cushion and accessible to the passengers after installation.
Check the active restraint system for correct operation.