Repair Procedures: Replacement

NOTE:

Remove the center pillar upper trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim - "CENTER PILLAR TRIM ")
After loosening the mounting bolt, then remove the front seat belt upper anchor (A).
Tightening torque :

39.2 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 28.8 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)

Fig 1: Removing Front Seat Belt Upper Anchor
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After disconnecting the pretensioner connector lock pin, remove the front seat belt pretensioner connector (A), loosen the mounting bolt, then remove the front seat belt pretensioner (B).
Tightening torque :

39.2 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 28.8 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)

Fig 2: Removing Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Connector
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
Information
- Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
- Replace any damaged clips.