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SEAT BELT RETRACTOR REPLACEMENT - FRONT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the trim panel from the lower center pillar.




2. Remove the anchor bolt from the front seat belt.




3. Remove the shoulder belt guide cover.
4. Remove the shoulder belt guide bolt.
5. Remove the shoulder belt guide.




6. Remove the seat belt guide clip. Squeeze the guide clip from both sides in order to release the retainers.




7. Remove the seat belt retractor bolt.
8. Pull the retractor upward in order to disengage the retractor.




9. Remove the seat belt retractor assembly.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the seat belt retractor assembly.

IMPORTANT: Remove any twists in the seat belt webbing before final assembly.




2. Insert the top of the retractor into the mounting slots and pull downward.
3. Install the seat belt retractor bolt.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the bolt to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).




4. Install the seat belt guide clip. Ensure that the unit locks into position.




5. Install the shoulder belt guide.
6. Install the shoulder belt guide bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).




7. Install the seat belt anchor bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).

8. Install the shoulder belt guide cover.
9. Inspect the seat belt assembly for proper operation. Refer to Operational and Functional Checks.
10. Install the trim panel to the lower center pillar.