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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 168490  Size: MH
  1. Remove the right and/or left front seat belt retractor lower bolt .
  2. Remove the center pillar upper trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

  3. Object Number: 380309  Size: SH
  4. Remove the right and/or left front seat belt guide bolt from the guide height adjuster.

  5. Object Number: 168494  Size: MH
  6. Remove the right and/or left front seat shoulder belt guide height adjuster bolts (2, 3).
  7. Remove the right and/or left front seat shoulder belt guide height adjuster (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 168494  Size: MH
  1. Install the right and/or left front seat shoulder belt guide adjuster (1).
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the bolts (2, 3) to the right and/or left front seat shoulder belt guide adjuster (1).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the right and/or left front seat shoulder belt guide height adjuster bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 380309  Size: SH
  5. Install the right and/or left front seat shoulder belt to the guide bolt.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the right and/or left front seat shoulder belt to guide bolt to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).

  7. Install the center pillar upper trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

  8. Object Number: 168490  Size: MH
  9. Install the right and/or left front lower seat belt bolt.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the right and/or left front lower seat belt retractor bolt to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).