Repair Procedures: Replacement

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the retractor when removing or installing the seat belt.

Open the front seat belt lower cover (A) and loosen the mounting bolt.

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Remove the center pillar upper trim.
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Loosen the front belt upper anchor mounting bolt, remove the front belt upper anchor (A).
Tightening torque:

39.2 - 53.9 N.m (4.0 - 5.5 kgf.m, 28.8 - 39.8 lb-ft)

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Separate the airbag connector (A), loosen the mounting bolt and remove the front seat belt retractor (B).
Tightening torque:

39.2 - 53.9 N.m (4.0 - 5.5 kgf.m, 28.8 - 39.8 lb-ft)

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
Information
- After installing the front seat belt retractor, check that the air bag warning indicator illuminates for about 6 seconds when the ignition is ON and then goes out.
- Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.