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Safety Belt With Anchor Plate Thread Damage

NOTE: The lap/shoulder safety belts are factory-installed in their proper locations. If the belts are removed for any reason, they should be installed as outlined in the Service and Repair procedures. The 7/16 x 20 Torx head anchor bolts must be hand-started and tightened to 34-46 Nm (25-33 lb ft).

1. Remove broken or stripped bolt and discard.
2. Drill out internal threads in safety belt anchor plate with a 27/64-inch drill.
3. Rethread anchor plate with a 1/2-13 tap.
4. Blow out chips.





5. Install attachment parts in proper sequence. Refer to the applicable illustrations within the Service and Repair procedures. Original parts are to be replaced with the service parts indicated.