FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Safety Belt Without Anchor Plate Thread Damage

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

1. Remove damaged bolt from anchor reinforcement and discard.

2. Install a new bolt by hand. Refer to Parts Replacement Chart for part number. Tighten to 34-46 Nm (25-33 lb ft).