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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Locating Seat Belt Retractor Components
    GM179355Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the retractor side belt (1) to the vehicle.
  2. Install the seat belt anchor bracket (5) to the seat stud (4).
  3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the nuts securing the seat belt (1) lower anchor bracket to the floor.

    Tighten:  Tighten the anchor nuts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

  5. Fig 2: Locating Seat Belt Retractor Components
    GM179372Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the seat belt retractor (2) to the B-pillar (1).
  7. Use the J 29843-9  in order to install the retractor bolt (3).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).

  8. Fig 3: Locating Seat Belt Retractor Components
    GM179355Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the plastic escutcheon (3) into the B-pillar trim where the retractor side seat belt webbing exits.
  10. Install the center pillar lower trim panels. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Lower Center Pillar in Interior Trim.
  11. Install the center pillar upper trim panels. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Upper Center Pillar in Interior Trim.
  12. Install the nut securing the upper guide loop anchor (2) to the B-pillar.

    Tighten:  Tighten the anchor nut to 29 N.m (21 lb ft).

  13. Install the shoulder belt guide cover to the adjuster bracket (2).