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Removal Procedure

Notice: Refer to Servicing and Replacing Seat Belts Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 430303  Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats.
  2. Remove the center shoulder belt anchor and right side buckle fastener.
  3. Remove the left side seat buckle fastener.
  4. Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.

  5. Object Number: 430301  Size: SH
  6. Remove the rear seat belt anchor fasteners from the floor.
  7. Remove the rear quarter trim panels. Refer to Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
  8. Remove the rear shelf trim panel Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement .

  9. Object Number: 430300  Size: SH
  10. Remove the rear seat back retractor fastener.
  11. Remove the rear seat belt retractor.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the rear seat belt retractor.

  2. Object Number: 430300  Size: SH

    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 rear seat belt retractor fastener.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the fastener to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).


    Object Number: 430301  Size: SH
  5. Install the rear seat belt anchor fastener to the floor.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the anchor fastener to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).

  7. Install the rear shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  8. Install the rear quarter trim panels. Refer to Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

  9. Object Number: 430303  Size: SH
  10. Install the rear seat back . Refer to Rear Seat Back Replacement in Seats.
  11. Install the center shoulder belt anchor and right and left buckle fasteners.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the center shoulder belt anchor and buckle fasteners to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).

  13. Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement in Seats.