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Driver Seatbelt Retractor: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
  1. Position the front seat in the full forward position.
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  2. Depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering .
  3. Position aside the front door weatherstrip, release the clips and remove the front door scuffplate trim panel.
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    Van 

  4. Position aside the weatherstrip, remove the safety belt anchor bolt, release the clips and remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.

    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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    Wagon 

    1. Remove the safety belt anchor bolt and position the safety belt aside.

      Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

    2. Position aside the rear door weatherstrip and the rear door scuff plate trim panel.
    3. Release the clips, slide up and remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.
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    All vehicles 

  5. Remove and discard the D-ring bolt cover, remove the D-ring bolt and position the safety belt aside.

    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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  6. Disconnect the electrical connector, remove the bolt and the driver safety belt retractor.

    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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