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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Seat Belt Retractor At Lower Center Pillar
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  1. Install the belt retractor into the T-slot in the center pillar.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the seat belt retractor bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the seat belt retractor bolt to 68 N.m (50 lb ft).

  4. Fig 2: Identifying Seat Belt Anchor Plate Nut
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  5. Position the anchor plate to the seat stud.
  6. Install the anchor plate nut to the seat stud.

    Tighten:  Tighten the anchor plate nut to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).

  7. Fig 3: Locating Intermediate Guide Bolts
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  8. Install the intermediate guide bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the intermediate guide bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  9. Install the lower center pillar trim. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Lower Center Pillar in Interior Trim.
  10. Fig 4: View Of Seat Belt Guide Loop
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  11. Position the guide loop to the guide adjuster bracket.
  12. Install the guide loop nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the guide loop nut to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).

  13. Close the guide loop cover.