Child Restraint Belt Tether Location

Important:  All vehicles are equipped with drilled and tapped plates welded to the rear compartment front panel. These plates serve as mounting points for the Child Seat Restraint System Belt Kits. If an anchor bracket (1) is being installed for the first time, use the following procedure:

1. Remove the cargo area side trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT -- CARGO AREA SIDE .
2. Carefully lift the rear edge of the carpeting in order to reveal the anchor bracket mounting plate locations.
3. Choose the mounting location on either the driver side or the passenger side.
4. Position the anchor bracket (1) to the anchor bracket mounting plate.
   NOTE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
   Fig 1: Positioning Anchor Bracket

   Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

   Important:  DO NOT use a nut driver to tighten this hardware or the fasteners will not be properly seated.

5. Install the bolts.

   Tighten 

   Tighten the bolts to 42 N.m (31 ft lbs).

6. Replace the carpeting.

   Note the bump created by the anchor bracket.

   Important:  Pull the carpet tight before making a cut in the carpet.

7. Carefully slit the carpeting to allow the anchor bracket to protrude.
8. Follow the instructions in the owner's manual and the product information accompanying the child seat regarding the positioning and installation of the child seat when the rear safety belts are used.