Removal and Installation

WARNING: All safety belt assemblies (including retractors, belt tension sensor [BTS], if equipped, buckles, shoulder belt height adjusters [if equipped], child safety seat tether attachments and attaching hardware) should be inspected after every collision. All new belt assemblies should be installed unless a qualified technician finds the assemblies show no damage and operate correctly. Belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and new assemblies installed if either damage or incorrect operation is noted. Failure to follow these instructions could increase the risk of injury in collisions.

NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.

NOTE:

Position the safety belt guide to the lowest position.
Inspect the D-ring cover for damage. If the cover is damaged or does not remain closed install a new D-ring cover.

Open the D-ring cover.
Remove the nut and the D-ring.
- To install, tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).
Remove the upper B-pillar trim panel.
- Remove the bolt cover and the bolt.
  - To install, tighten to 8 N.m (11 lb-ft).
- Release the clips and slide the upper B-pillar panel downward.
Remove the safety belt shoulder height adjuster trim cover.
Remove the 2 bolts and the safety belt shoulder height adjuster.
- To install, tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).

NOTE:

Make sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted prior to installation.
When installing the upper B-pillar trim panel, insert the safety belt guide slide into the upper B-pillar trim panel.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM .