Ford Explorer: Seatbelt Systems / Removal and Installation - Third Row Seatbelt Retractor

Removal

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

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

1. Remove the Loadspace trim panel.
   Refer to: Loadspace Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
   

1. 
   Remove the third row seatbelt retractor.
   
   1. Remove the bolt.
      Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
   2. 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.

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).