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XT 1985 Through 1988




INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBARU REAR SEAT SHOULDER BELTS


Model Applications: XT 1985 through 1988 (P/N 64174GA720)

CAUTION: Improper installation could adversely affect the performance of the seat belt system. Subaru of America strongly recommend's these rear seat shoulder belts be installed by an Authorized Subaru Dealer.

1. Remove rear seat lower cushion to provide access to the lap belt retractors mounting bolts.
2. Remove and discard the 5/8 inch bolts which secure the original equipment lap belt retractors including belt tongues.
3. Install each of the shoulder belt buckles using the attached 5/8 inch bolt and washers, with a spacer, on the top of the respective lap belt retractors and tighten each bolt to specified torque, 18-25 foot pounds. See Figure 1.
4. Reinstall the rear seat cushion.
5. Remove both upper quarter trim panels and transfer the position at the anchorage location to the trim panel. See Figure 2.
6. Make 15/16" diameter holes through trim panels making certain the holes line up with the anchorage location.
7. Reinstall the trim panels and install the shoulder belt tongues utilizing the attached 5/8 inch bolts and washers. Tighten each bolt to specified torque, 18-25 foot pounds. See Figure 2.
8. Place the Use, Safety Tips, and Maintenance instructions in the Owner's Manual for future reference.

TYPICAL XT SHOULDER BELT INSTALLATION:




A completed typical installation is shown on the reverse side of this page.

NOTE
Shoulder Belt Buckle should be drawn between seat cushion And backrest; while Lap Belt Tongue in position through the slit of seat cushion.