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)
Coolant/Battery RefractometerROB75240 or equivalent
D-Gas Adapter300-OTC014-R1068 or equivalent
Radiator Tester014-R1072 or equivalent
UView® Combustion Leak TesterUVU560000-R
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this section,
refer to Safety Warnings ..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Crimping Tool
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life GreaseXG-1-E1
ESA-M1C75-B
Removal
Remove the rear driveshaft.
Refer to: Rear Driveshaft (205-01 Driveshaft, Removal and Installation)...
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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