Ford Explorer: Seatbelt Systems / Removal and Installation - Front Seatbelt Buckle
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
Base vehicle shown, police vehicle similar.
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Remove the front seat.
Refer to: Front Seat (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and Installation).
Driver seat
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Remove the front seatbelt buckle.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Detach the wiring harness retainer.
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Detach the wiring harness retainer.
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Remove the bolt.
Torque:
30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
Passenger seat
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Remove the front seatbelt buckle.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Detach the wiring harness retainer.
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Detach the wiring harness retainer.
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Remove the bolt.
Torque:
30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
Installation
NOTE:
During installation, make sure the seatbelt webbing is not
twisted and the seatbelts and buckles are accessible to the occupants.
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Check the seatbelt system for correct operation.
Refer to: Seatbelt Systems (501-20A Seatbelt Systems, Diagnosis and Testing).
Adjustment
NOTE:
Typical D-ring shown, others similar.
If required, remove the necessary trim panel(s).
Fold the seatbelt as indicated...
Removal
WARNING:
The following procedure prescribes critical repair steps
required for correct restraint system operation during a crash. Follow
all notes and steps carefully...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Feeler Gauge
Check
Remove the valve cover.
Refer to: Valve Cover (303-01A Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
Turn the engine clockwise only, and only use the crankshaft bolt...
Check
Functional Test - Seatbelt Buckle and Tongue
WARNING:
All seatbelt components must be inspected and corrected
as part of any collision repair. Inspect all seatbelt components as
prescribed by Seatbelt Procedure After a Collision found in Section
501-20A General Procedures of this manual...
Categories
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never
place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use
a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the
child restraint is installed all the way back.
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