Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: All safety belt assemblies (including retractors, belt tension sensors [BTS] if equipped, buckles, shoulder belt height adjusters [if equipped], child safety seat tether attachments and attaching hardware) should be inspected after any collision. All new belt assemblies should be installed unless a qualified technician finds the assemblies show no damage and operate correctly. 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 may increase the risk of injury in collisions.

NOTE: The LH safety belt buckle is a part of the center safety belt retractor assembly and is not serviced separately. To remove the LH safety belt buckle, refer to SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR - REAR, CENTER .

Remove the rear seat cushion. For additional information, refer to SEATING .
Remove the bolt and dual safety belt buckle assembly.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).

NOTE: Be sure to route the safety belt buckle through the opening provided in the seat cushion when reinstalling.

NOTE: The anti-rotation tab of the safety belt anchor buckle assembly must be correctly aligned before tightening fastener for correct installation.

To install reverse the removal procedure.
Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM .