Seat Belt Buckle/Seat Belt Detachable Anchor: Notes

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NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to tear or damage the seat covers.
The seat belt buckle is shown, and the seat belt detachable anchor is similar.

Remove the third row seat (see THIRD ROW SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the screw (A), and release the hook (B), then remove the bracket cover (C).

Fig 1: Identifying Bracket Cover, Hook And Screw
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Remove the center anchor bolt (A), then remove the seat belt buckle (B).

Fig 2: Seat Belt Buckle And Center Anchor Bolt With Torque Specifications
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Install the buckle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Assemble the washers, the spring, the bushing, the bracket, and the collar on the center anchor bolt as shown.
- Apply medium strength liquid thread lock to the center anchor bolt before reinstallation.