Seat Belt Cinch Bar

REMOVAL
Before removing the cinch bar, verify that the cinch bar holds the belt from sliding through the latch plate. If the cinch bar components are not
present in the seat belt latch plate, go directly to the Installation procedure.

Cinch Bar Cover Remove:

1. Using a small screwdriver or equivalent, release the two cinch bar cover catches.

Cinch Bar Remove:

2. Remove and discard the cinch bar cover, the cinch bar and the two small springs.

INSTALLATION

WARNING: THE SEAT BELT CINCH BAR, CINCH BAR COVER OR ANY OTHER SEAT BELT COMPONENT MUST NEVER BE PAINTED. PAINT MAY CHANGE THE WAY IN WHICH THE SEAT BELT COMPONENTS PERFORM. FAILURE TO SO COULD RESULT IN OCCUPANT PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

Cinch Bar Install:

1. Snap the new cinch bar onto the latch plate bar by pushing up on the bottom edge of the cinch bar. Be certain the new cinch bar is fully engaged around the latch plate bar.

Cinch Bar Springs Install:

2. Install two of the three springs provided in the repair package by positioning them over the dimples on the latch plate bar, then into the second slot from each end of the cinch bar. The springs might not be exactly perpendicular to the cinch bar. This is acceptable.

Cinch Bar Cover Install:

3. Align the cinch bar cover with the slots in the cinch bar, then slide the cover forward and snap it into place. Be certain both cover catches are fully engaged.
4. Connect the seat belt latch plate to the buckle and pull the webbing tight. Verify that the cinch bar holds the belt from sliding through the latch plate.