Front Seat Belt Replacement

Front Seat Belt Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and precautions and procedures in the SRS section before performing repairs or service.

NOTE: Check the front seat belts for damage, and replace them if necessary. Be careful not to damage them during removal and installation.

Front Seat Belt

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the preset buttons.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
3. Slide the front seat forward fully.
4. Remove the rear side trim panel.




5. Remove the lower anchor cap (A), and remove the lower anchor bolt (B).




6. Remove the upper anchor cap (A), and remove the upper anchor bolt (B).




7. Disconnect the seat belt tensioner connector (A). Remove the retractor mounting self-tapping ET screw (B) and the retractor bolt (C), then remove the front seat belt (D) and retractor (E).

Upper / Lower Anchor Bolt Construction:

8. Install the belt in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the threads on the retractor mounting self-tapping ET screw are worn out, use an oversized self-tapping ET screw (P/N 90133-SZ4-0030) made specifically for this application.
- Check that the retractor locking mechanism functions.
- Assemble the washers, collars, and bushing on the upper and lower anchor bolts as shown.
- Before installing the anchor bolts, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the front seat belt.
- Make sure the seat belt tensioner connector is plugged in properly.
- Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
- Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets.