Removal and Installation
WARNING:
All safety belt assemblies (including retractors, buckles, belt tension sensor [BTS] if equipped, 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. Ford recommends new safety belt assemblies be installed unless a qualified technician finds the assemblies show no damage and operate correctly. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and new assemblies installed if either damage or incorrect operation is noted. Failure to follow these instructions could increase the risk of injury in a collision.
NOTE:
RH shown, LH similar.
- Lift the rear seat cushion.
- Remove the rear seat backrest. For additional information, refer to SEATING .
- Remove the 2 bolts and the LATCH.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.WARNING: It is important that the bolt/anchor be securely tightened to specification. Otherwise, the child's safety seat may not be correctly secured, and the child can be injured in case of a sudden stop or accident.