Seat Belts — Acura RL II (2004-2008)

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Scheme 1: Component Location Index

Front Seat Belt Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ), and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

Note. Check the front seat belts for damage (see CENTER SEAT BELT AND SEAT BELT BUCKLES ), and replace them if necessary.

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Scheme 2: Front Seat Belt

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Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation systems.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
Slide the front seat forward fully, and remove the anchor cover (A).
Remove the lower anchor bolt (A).
Remove the B-pillar lower trim (see «B-PILLAR LOWER TRIM»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__b-pillar-lower-trim) ).
Remove the B-pillar upper trim and slider (see «B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__b-pillar-upper-trim) ).
Remove the upper anchor bolt (A).
Disconnect the seat belt tensioner connector (A), seat belt tensioner reducer connector (B), and seat belt motor connector (C) (some models). Remove the upper retractor mounting bolt (D) and the lower retractor bolt (E), then remove the front seat belt (F) and retractor (G).
If necessary, remove the front seat belt protector (H).
Remove the shoulder anchor adjuster (A).
Install the seat belt in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Apply liquid thread lock to the anchor bolts before reinstallation. Tighten the bolts by hand first, then tighten to specification with a torque wrench. Check that the retractor locking mechanism functions as described (see «RETRACTOR»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belts) ). Assemble the washer and bushing on the upper anchor bolt as shown. If the seat belt tensioner has been deployed, replace the front seat belt protector with a new one. Before installing the anchor bolts, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat belt. Make sure the seat belt tensioner and tension reducer connectors are properly plugged in. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery. Check for any DTCs, and clear them using the HDS. If the DTCs will not clear, do the necessary troubleshooting. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation systems. Reset the power window control unit (see «RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/windows/#power-windows__resetting-the-power-window-control-unit) ). Do the steering column position memorization (see «STEERING COLUMN POSITION MEMORIZATION»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system-electronic-power-steering-system__steering-column-position-memorization) ). Upper anchor bolt installation

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Scheme 8: Seat Belt Buckle

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Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation systems.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
Remove the front seat (see «FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/seats/#seats__front-seat-removalinstallation) ).
Release the hook (A) of the seat cushion cover, then detach the harness clip (B).
Disconnect the seat belt switch connector (A). Driver's seat Passenger's seat
Remove the center anchor bolt (A), then remove the seat belt buckle (B).
Pull the seat belt switch harness (C) out through the space between the seat cushion and the seat linkage.
Install the buckle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Assemble the washers on the center anchor bolt as shown. Apply liquid thread lock to the center anchor bolt before reinstallation. Apply liquid thread lock to the center anchor bolt before reinstallation. Tighten the bolts by hand first, then tighten to specification with a torque wrench. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation systems. Reset the power window control unit (see «RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/windows/#power-windows__resetting-the-power-window-control-unit) ). Do the steering column position memorization (see «STEERING COLUMN POSITION MEMORIZATION»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system-electronic-power-steering-system__steering-column-position-memorization) ). Center anchor bolt installation

Rear Seat Belt Replacement

Note. Check the rear seat belts for damage, and replace them if necessary.

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Scheme 13: Rear Seat Belt

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Remove the rear seat cushion (see «REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/seats/#seats__rear-seat-removalinstallation) ).
Remove the lower anchor bolt (A).
Remove the rear seat-back (see «REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/seats/#seats__rear-seat-removalinstallation) ).
Remove the C-pillar trim from both sides (see «C-PILLAR TRIM»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__c-pillar-trim) ).
Remove the rear shelf (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SHELF AREA»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-rear-shelf-area) ).
Remove the retractor mounting ET screw (A) and the retractor bolt (B), then remove the rear seat belt (C) and retractor (D).
Install the seat belt in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Apply liquid thread lock to the anchor bolts before reinstallation. Check that the retractor locking mechanism functions as described (see «RETRACTOR»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belts) ). Before installing the anchor bolt, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat belt.

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Scheme 15: Center Seat Belt and Seat Belt Buckles

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Remove the rear seat cushion (see «REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/seats/#seats__rear-seat-removalinstallation) ).
Remove the center anchor bolts (A), then remove the seat belt buckles (B) and center seat belt buckle (C).
Release the lock washer (A), then remove the anchor bolt (B), spring washer (C), center seat belt (retractor anchor) (D), or center seat belt buckle (buckle anchor), and seat belt buckle (E). NOTE: The retractor anchor is shown; the buckle anchor is similar.
Remove the rear seat-back (see «REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/seats/#seats__rear-seat-removalinstallation) ).
Remove the C-pillar trim from both sides (see «C-PILLAR TRIM»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__c-pillar-trim) ).
Remove the rear shelf (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SHELF AREA»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-rear-shelf-area) ).
Remove the retractor mounting ET screw (A) and the retractor bolt (B), then remove the rear seat belt (C) and retractor (D).
Remove the rear center seat belt protector (A). A
Install the seat belt and buckles in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Apply liquid thread lock to the anchor bolts before reinstallation. Tighten the bolts by hand first, then tighten to specification with a torque wrench. Check that the retractor locking mechanism functions as described (see «RETRACTOR»(/acura/rl/ii-2004-2008/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belts) ). Assemble the washers on the retractor bolt as shown. Before installing the center anchor bolt, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the center belt. Make sure the rear center ELR (emergency locking retractor) is pointing straightforward. Retractor bolt installation

Out of Vehicle

For front seat belt retractor with seat belt tensioner, review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ), and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

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Scheme 20: Retractor

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Before installing the retractor, check that the seat belt can be pulled out freely.
Make sure that the seat belt does not lock when the retractor (A) is leaned slowly up to 15° from the mounted position. The seat belt should lock when the retractor is leaned over 40°. Do not attempt to disassemble the retractor. Front Rear Rear center
Replace the seat belt with a new assembly if it does not function properly. Do not disassemble any part of the seat belt for any reason.

In-vehicle

Check that the seat belt is not twisted or caught on anything.
After installing the anchors, check for free movement on the anchor bolts. If necessary, remove the anchor bolts and check that the washers and other parts are not damaged or improperly installed.
Check the seat belts for damage or discoloration. If necessary, clean the seat belts with soap and water only, then wipe them off with a clean towel. NOTE: Dirt buildup in the metal loops of the upper anchors can cause the seat belts to retract slowly. Wipe the inside of the loops with a clean cloth dampened in isopropyl alcohol.
Check that the seat belt does not lock when pulled out slowly. The seat belt is designed to lock only during a sudden stop or impact.
Make sure that the seat belt will retract automatically when released.
For front passenger's seat belt and all rear seat belts, check the seat belt retractor locking mechanism ALR (automatic locking retractor). This function is for securing child seats. Pull the seat belt all the way out to engage the ALR. The seat belt should retract with a soft, ratcheting sound, but not extend. This is normal. To disengage the ALR, release the seat belt and allow it to fully retract, then pull the-seat belt out part-way. The seat belt should retract and extend normally.
Replace the seat belt with a new assembly if it does not function properly. Do not disassemble any part of the seat belt for any reason.

Seat Belts Acura RL II