Safety Belt Buckle - Second Row, Driver Side and Center

SAFETY BELT BUCKLE - SECOND ROW, DRIVER SIDE AND CENTER

Removal and Installation

WARNING: All safety belt assemblies (including retractors, belt tension sensors [BTS] if equipped, buckles, shoulder belt height adjusters, [if so equipped], child safety seat tether attachments and attaching hardware) should be inspected after any collision. All new belt assemblies should be installed unless a qualified technician finds the assemblies show no damage and operate correctly. Belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and new assemblies installed if either damage or incorrect operation is noted.

1. Remove the rear seat cushion.







2. Remove the nut and the safety belt buckle assembly.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

3. NOTE:
- Make sure the safety belt webbing not twisted prior to installation.
- Make sure that the safety belt buckles are accessible after seat installation.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

4. Check the active restraint system for correct operation.