Ford Explorer: Seatbelt Systems / Removal and Installation - Second Row Seatbelt Buckle - Police

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: LH (left-hand) shown, RH (right-hand) similar.

1. Remove the second row seat.
   Refer to: Second Row Seat - Police (501-10B Second Row Seats, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Detach and disconnect the second row seatbelt buckle electrical connector.
   

1. 
   Remove the second row seatbelt buckle.
   
   1. Remove the bolt.
      Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
   2. Pull the recline cover down and out.
      

Installation

NOTE: During installation, make sure the seatbelt webbing is not twisted and the seatbelts and buckles are accessible to the occupants.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Check the seatbelt system for correct operation.
   Refer to: Seatbelt Systems (501-20A Seatbelt Systems, Diagnosis and Testing).