Safety Belt Shoulder Height Adjuster

SAFETY BELT SHOULDER HEIGHT ADJUSTER







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.

The automatic locking retractor (ALR) feature of the safety belt retractor must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the ALR feature for a child seat is functioning correctly, in addition to the other checks for correct safety belt system function. A new belt and retractor assembly must be installed if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other safety belt function is not operating correctly when inspected according to the functional inspection procedures. Failure to install a new belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.

NOTE: If the safety belt shoulder height adjuster guide cover is damaged or if it does not remain attached, install a new cover.

1. Remove the D-ring cover.
2. Remove the nut and the D-ring.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

3. Remove the upper B-pillar trim panel.
4. Slide the safety belt shoulder height adjuster cover downward and remove the bolt.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).







5. Rotate downward and remove the safety belt shoulder height adjuster.

6. NOTE:
- Make sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted prior to installation.
- Position the safety belt shoulder height adjuster to align the lower tab with the slot in the B-pillar.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

7. Check the active restraint system for correct operation.