Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Left Front Pontiac

1. Remove the front bucket seat. Refer to Bucket Seat Replacement in Seats.
2. Remove the front seat belt anchor from the rear outboard front seat stud.



3. Open the seat belt guide loop cover.
4. Remove the nut from seat belt guide loop.



5. Remove the seat belt guide loop from the guide adjuster bracket.



6. Remove the center pillar lower trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
7. Remove the bolt from the seat belt retractor.



8. Remove the seat belt retractor from the center pillar.
9. Remove the front seat belt from the vehicle.

1. Install the seat belt retractor to the center pillar.

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.




2. Install the bolt to the seat belt retractor.

Tighten
Tighten the seat belt retractor bolt to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

3. Install the center pillar lower trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.



4. Place the seat belt guide loop to the guide adjuster bracket.



5. Install the nut to the seat belt guide loop.

Tighten
Tighten the seat belt guide loop nut to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

6. Install the seat belt guide loop cover.



7. Place the front seat belt anchor plate to the front seat rear outboard stud.
8. Install the front bucket seat. Refer to Bucket Seat Replacement in Seats.