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Removal Procedure

Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Load bar assembly must be replaced as a unit only. Do not substitute pads for any reason, or personal injury could result in the event of a collision.

1. Remove the seat assembly. Refer to Seat Assembly Replacement in Seats and Carpet.
2. Disconnect the load bar assembly from the tunnel and anchor nuts holding the seat adjusters to the floor.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector at the buckle (drivers side only).
4. Drill out the rivet using a 3/16 inch bit.
5. Remove the load bar assembly.

IMPORTANT: Driver and passenger buckle assemblies may be replaced separately if necessary, by removing the nut with the seats still installed.

6. Remove the nut holding the buckle assembly to the load bar assembly.