Rear Seat Belt Replacement
Rear Seat Belt ReplacementNOTE: Check the rear seat belts for damage, and replace them if necessary. Be careful not to damage them during removal and installation.
Rear Seat Belt
1. Remove these items:
- Cargo floor lid
- Rear trim panel
- Rear seat
- Rear seat striker
2. Remove the lower anchor bolt.
3. Remove the rear side trim panel.
4. Remove the C-pillar trim.
5. Remove the upper quarter window trim.
6. Remove the upper anchor bolt (A).
7. Remove the retractor bolt (A), then remove the rear seat belt (B) and retractor (C).
8. If necessary, remove the seat belt protector (D).
9. Install the seat belt in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Apply liquid thread lock to the anchor bolts before reinstallation.
- Check that the retractor locking mechanism functions as described.
- Before installing the anchor bolts, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat belt.
Seat Belt Buckle
NOTE: Take care not to tear the seams or damage the seat covers.
1. Pull the rear seat up, and hold it with the strap.
2. Detach the hooks (A) and clip, then remove the inner support cover (B).
3. Remove the center anchor bolt (A), and pull the seat belt buckle (B) out, then remove it.
4. Install the seat belt buckle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Apply liquid thread lock to the center anchor bolt before reinstallation.
- Make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat belt buckle.
- Assemble the washers on the center anchor bolt as shown.