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Seat Belt System Buick LaCrosse II

Restraints Control Systems 9 illustrations ~3885 words

Fastener Tightening Specifications

ApplicationSpecification
MetricEnglish
Driver Seat Belt Buckle Fastener45 N.m33 lb ft
Front Seat Shoulder Belt Guide Adjustor Bolt22 N.m16 lb ft
Rear Seat Belt Buckle Bracket Fastener45 N.m33 lb ft
Rear Seat Belt Retractor Bracket Fastener45 N.m33 lb ft
Rear Seat Center Shoulder Belt Buckle Fastener45 N.m33 lb ft

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: Seat Belt
Scheme 1: Seat Belt
IMPORTANTIf the vehicle has been in a collision, refer to Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision for additional information.

Perform the following inspection from the driver seat

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Verify proper operation of the seat belt reminder lamp with the belt buckled and with the belt unbuckled.
  2. Inspect the shoulder belt guide in order to ensure that the following conditions are met: The shoulder belt guide swivels freely. The seat belt webbing is seated flatly in the guide slot. The seat belt webbing does not bind.
  3. Verify that the seat belt buckle faces inboard and is accessible.
  4. Verify that the seat belt retractor units are securely attached.
  5. Verify that the seat belt anchor bolts are secure.
  6. Fully extend the seat belt webbing. Verify that the seat belt webbing does not have any twists or tears.
  7. Allow the seat belt webbing to retract. Verify that the seat belt webbing returns freely and completely back into the retractor. If the seat belt webbing will not retract, refer to «Seat Belt Does Not Retract»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__seat-belt-does-not-retract) .
  8. Snap the seat belt latch plate into the buckle.
  9. Sharply tug on the seat belt latch plate and the buckle. Verify that the seat belt latch plate and the buckle remain locked when tugged.
  10. Push the button on the buckle: Verify that the seat belt latch plate releases easily from the buckle. Verify that the button returns to its original position.

Repeat the inspection procedure, steps 2-10, from the front passenger seat.

Perform the following steps in order to inspect the center seat belts

  1. Verify that the center seat belts are accessible.
  2. Verify that the center seat belts have no twists or tears in the webbing.
  3. Snap the center seat belt latch plate into the buckle.
  4. Sharply tug on the seat belt latch plate and the buckle. Verify that the seat belt latch plate and the buckle remain locked when tugged.
  5. Push the button on the buckle: Verify that the seat belt latch plate releases easily from the buckle. Verify that the button returns to the original position.

Emergency Locking Retractors

CAUTIONPerform this test in an area clear of other vehicles or obstructions. Do not conduct this test on the open road. A large, empty parking lot is suitable. Failure to observe this precaution may result in damage to the vehicle and possible personal injury.

Scheme 2

Scheme 2
Scheme 2
  1. Fasten the seat belts, an assistant is needed when the retractor under test is not part of the driver seat belt.
  2. Accelerate the vehicle slowly to 16 km/h (10 mph) and apply the brakes firmly.
  3. Verify that the seat belt locks when braking firmly.
  4. If the belt does not lock, proceed with the following steps: Remove the seat belt retractor assembly. Tilt the seat belt retractor slowly. Ensure that the seat belt webbing can be pulled from the retractor at an inclination of 15 degrees or less and cannot be pulled from the retractor at an inclination of 45 degrees or more. If the seat belt retractor does not operate as described, replace the retractor assembly.

Symptoms - Seat Belts

Note. Review the seat belt system description and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system and how it functions. Refer to Seat Belt System Description and Operation .

Visual/Physical Inspection

  1. Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the seat belt system. Refer to «Checking Aftermarket Accessories»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__checking-aftermarket-accessories) .
  2. Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.

Intermittent

Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections .

Symptom List

Refer to the following symptom diagnostic procedure in order to diagnose the symptom

  1. «Seat Belt Indicator Malfunction - Driver»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system)
  2. «Seat Belt Indicator Malfunction - Passenger»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system)

Seat Belt Does Not Retract

  1. Grab the seat belt webbing and slowly and firmly extract 15-25 mm (5/8-1 in) of webbing from the seat belt.
  2. Release the seat belt and allow the webbing to slowly retract back into the retractor.
  3. Check to see if the seat belt is released. If the seat belt is not released, repeat steps 1 and 2, two times more.
  4. If the retractor does not release after repeating the steps, replace with a new retractor.

Diagnostic Instructions

  1. Perform the «Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
  2. Review «Strategy Based Diagnosis»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__strategy-based-diagnosis) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
  3. «Diagnostic Procedure Instructions»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__diagnostic-procedure-instructions) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

Diagnostic Fault Information

CircuitShort to GroundOpen/High ResistanceShort to VoltageSignal Performance
Driver Seat Belt Switch Signal122
Driver Seat Belt Switch Low Reference2
1. Indicator will remain ON with seat belt buckled. 2. Indicator will illuminate only for the bulb check.

Circuit/System Description

The driver seat belt switch is a 2-wire switch wired to the Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) using a signal circuit and a low reference circuit. When the seat belt is unbuckled the switch is closed, and when the seat belt is buckled the switch is open. The Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module sends the status of the driver seat belt via serial data to the instrument panel cluster. After receiving the message, the instrument panel cluster controls the illumination of the driver seat belt indicator.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Connector End View Reference

Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

  1. «Circuit Testing»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__circuit-testing)
  2. «Connector Repairs»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__connector-repairs)
  3. «Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__testing-for-intermittent-conditions-and-poor)
  4. «Wiring Repairs»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__wiring-repairs)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Verify the driver seat belt indicator turns ON and OFF when commanding the instrument cluster all indicators ON and OFF with a scan tool. If the driver seat belt indicator does not turn ON and OFF as commanded . Replace the P16 instrument cluster. If the driver seat belt indicator does turn ON and OFF as commanded
  2. Verify the scan tool Diver Seat Belt Switch parameter changes between Buckled and Unbuckled when buckling and unbuckling the driver seat belt. If the parameter does not change Refer to Circuit/System Testing. If the parameter changes
  3. All OK.

Circuit/System Testing

Note. When removing connectors inspect for damage or corrosion. Damage or corrosion in the following requires repair or replacement of the affected component/connector. B88D Seat Belt Switch-Driver Seat belt switch harness connector K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module wiring harness connector

  1. Ignition OFF and all vehicle systems OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the B88D seat belt switch-driver. It may take up to 2 minutes for all vehicle systems to power down.
  2. Test for less than 5 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal 2 and ground. If 5 ohms or greater Disconnect the X2 harness connector at the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. Test for less than 2 ohms in each low reference circuit end to end. If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit. If less than 2 ohms, replace the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. If less than 5 ohms
  3. Ignition ON.
  4. Verify the scan tool Driver Seat Belt Status parameter is Buckled. If the parameter is not Buckled Ignition OFF, disconnect the X2 harness connector at the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. Test for infinite resistance between the seat belt switch signal circuit terminal 1 and ground. If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit. If infinite resistance, replace the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. If the parameter is Buckled
  5. Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 1 and the low reference circuit terminal 2.
  6. Verify the scan tool Driver Seat Belt Status parameter is Unbuckled. If the parameter is not Unbuckled Ignition OFF, disconnect the X2 harness connector at the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module, ignition ON. Test for less than 1 V between the signal circuit and ground. If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit. If less than 1 V Test for less than 2 ohms in each circuit end to end. If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit. If less than 2 ohms, replace the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. If the parameter is Unbuckled
  7. Test or replace the B88D Seat Belt Switch-Driver.

Component Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the B88D Seat Belt Switch-Driver, buckle the driver seat belt.
  2. Test for infinite resistance between the signal circuit terminal 1 and the low reference terminal 2. If not infinite resistance Replace the B88D Seat Belt Switch-Driver. If infinite resistance
  3. Unbuckle the driver seat belt.
  4. Test for less than 1 ohms between the signal circuit terminal 1 and the low reference terminal 2. If 1 ohms or greater Replace the B88D Seat Belt Switch-Driver. If less than 1 ohms
  5. All OK.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «Front Seat Belt Buckle Replacement»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system)
  2. «Control Module References»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/communication-devices/#programming-and-setup-all-systems__control-module-references) for Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module or instrument panel cluster replacement, programming and setup
  1. Perform the «Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
  2. Review «Strategy Based Diagnosis»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__strategy-based-diagnosis) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
  3. «Diagnostic Procedure Instructions»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__diagnostic-procedure-instructions) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
CircuitShort to GroundOpen/High ResistanceShort to VoltageSignal Performance
Passenger Seat Belt Switch Signal122
Passenger Seat Belt Switch Low Reference2
Passenger Seat Belt Indicator Control334
Ground3
1. Indicator will remain ON with seat belt buckled. 2. Indicator will illuminate only for the bulb check. 3. Indicator will not illuminate. 4. Indicator always ON.

When an individual is sitting in the passenger seat the passenger presence sensor detects the individual. A signal to the Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module indicates a person is in the passenger seat. The Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module will turn the passenger seat belt indicator on. The passenger seat belt switch is a 2-wire switch wired to the Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) using a signal circuit and a low reference circuit. When the seat belt is unbuckled the switch is closed, and when the seat belt is buckled the switch is open. The Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module sends the status of the passenger seat belt via a hard wire to the instrument panel multifunction switch. After receiving the message, the instrument panel multifunction switch controls the illumination of the passenger seat belt indicator.

Diagnostic Aids

Objects on the passenger seat can cause the passenger seat belt reminder to be commanded on. Depending on the sensing technology used, a conductive object (computers, MP3 players, cell phones, diagnostic scan tool, wires, a hand, etc.) placed on the passenger seat may cause the Passenger Presence Detection Module to command the passenger air bag indicator ON and/or command the passenger seat belt indicator ON. The fasten seat belt chime will also sound.

Schematic Reference

Connector End View Reference

Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

  1. «Circuit Testing»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__circuit-testing)
  2. «Connector Repairs»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__connector-repairs)
  3. «Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__testing-for-intermittent-conditions-and-poor)
  4. «Wiring Repairs»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__wiring-repairs)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

  1. Ignition ON, have an occupant sit in the passenger seat.
  2. Verify the scan tool Passenger Seat Occupancy Status parameter is Occupied. If not Occupied Replace the passenger presence sensor. If Occupied
  3. Ignition ON.
  4. Verify the passenger seat belt indicator turns ON and OFF when performing the Passenger Seat Belt Reminder Indicator On/Off Control Function with a scan tool. If the passenger seat belt indicator does not turn ON and OFF Refer to Seat Belt Indicator Malfunction. If the passenger seat belt indicator turns ON and OFF
  5. Verify the scan tool Passenger Seat Belt Status parameter changes between Buckled and Unbuckled when buckling and unbuckling the seat belt. If the parameter does not change between Buckled and Unbuckled when buckling and unbuckling the seat belt Refer to Seat Belt Switch Malfunction. If the parameter changes between Buckled and Unbuckled when buckling and unbuckling the seat belt
  6. All OK.

Seat Belt Switch Malfunction

  1. Ignition OFF and all vehicle systems OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the B88P Seat Belt Switch-Passenger. It may take up to 2 minutes for all vehicle systems to power down.
  2. Test for less than 5 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal 2 and ground. If 5 ohms or greater Disconnect the harness connector at the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. Test for less than 2 ohms in the low reference circuit end to end. If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit. If less than 2 ohms, replace the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. If less than 5 ohms
  3. Ignition ON.
  4. Verify the scan tool Passenger Seat Belt Status parameter displays Buckled. If not Buckled Disconnect the harness connector at the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. Test for infinite resistance between the seat belt switch signal circuit terminal 2 and ground. If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit. If less than 2 ohms, replace the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. If Buckled
  5. Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 1 and the low reference circuit terminal 2.
  6. Verify the scan tool Passenger Seat Belt Status parameter displays Unbuckled. If not Unbuckled Disconnect the harness connector at the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module, ignition ON. Test for less than 1 V between the signal circuit and ground. If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit. Test for less than 2 ohms in each circuit end to end. If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit. If less than 2 ohms, replace the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. If Unbuckled
  7. Test or replace the B88P Seat Belt Switch-Passenger.

Seat Belt Indicator Malfunction

  1. Ignition OFF and all vehicle systems OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S48C Multifunction Switch 1 - Instrument Panel. It may take up to 2 minutes for all vehicle systems to power down.
  2. Test for less than 10 ohms between the ground circuit terminal 1 and ground. If 10 ohms or greater Ignition OFF. Test for less than 2 ohms in the ground circuit end to end. If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit. If less than 2 ohms, repair the open/high resistance in the ground connection. If less than 10 ohms
  3. Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 4 and ground, ignition ON.
  4. Verify the test lamp turns ON and OFF when commanding the Passenger Seat Belt Reminder Indicator ON and OFF with a scan tool. If the test lamp is always ON Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module, ignition ON. Test for less than 1 V between the control circuit and ground. If 1V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit. If less than 1V, replace the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. If the test lamp is always OFF Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. Test for infinite resistance between the control circuit terminal 4 and ground. If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit. Test for less than 2 ohms in the control circuit end to end. If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit. If less than 2 ohms, replace the K36 Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module. If test lamp turns ON and OFF
  5. Replace the S48C Multifunction Switch 1 - Instrument Panel.
  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the B88P seat belt switch-passenger, buckle the passenger seat belt.
  2. Test for infinite resistance between the signal circuit terminal 1 and the low reference terminal 2. If not infinite resistance Replace the B88P Seat Belt Switch-Passenger. If infinite resistance
  3. Unbuckle the passenger seat belt.
  4. Test for less than 1 ohms between the signal circuit terminal 1 and the low reference terminal 2. If 1 ohms or greater Replace the B88P Seat Belt Switch-Passenger. If less than 1 ohms
  5. All OK.

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the repair

  1. «Front Seat Belt Buckle Replacement»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system)
  2. «Inflatable Restraint Front Passenger Presence Sensor Replacement»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/airbag/#supplemental-inflatable-restraint-system)
  3. «Instrument Panel Multifunction Switch Replacement»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-system-displays-and-gauges)
  4. «Control Module References»(/buick/lacrosse/ii-2009-2013/remont/communication-devices/#programming-and-setup-all-systems__control-module-references) for Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module or instrument panel cluster replacement, programming and setup

Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision

WARNINGRestraint systems can be damaged in a collision. To help avoid injury and ensure that all parts in need of replacement are replaced: Replace any seat belt system that was in use during the collision serious enough to deploy any automatic restraint device such as air bags and seat belt pretensioners. This not only includes seat belt systems in use by people of adult size, but seat belt systems used to secure child restraints, infant carriers and booster seats, including LATCH system and top tether anchorages. Replace any seat belt system that has torn, worn, or damaged components. This not only includes adult seat belt systems, but built-in child restraints and LATCH system components, if any. Replace any seat belt system if you observe the words "REPLACE" or "CAUTION", or if a yellow tag is visible. Do not replace a seat belt if only the child seat caution label is visible. Replace any seat belt system if you are doubtful about its condition. This not only includes adult seat belt systems, but built-in child restraints, LATCH system components, and any restraint system used to secure infant carriers, child restraints, and booster seats. Do NOT replace single seat belt system components in vehicles that have been in a collision as described above. Always replace the entire seat belt system with the buckle, guide and retractor assembly, which includes the latch and webbing material.

After a minor collision where no automatic restraint device was deployed, seat belt system replacement may not be necessary, unless some of the parts are torn, worn, or damaged.

Scheme 3

Scheme 3: Seat Belt Latch Stop Installation
Scheme 3: Seat Belt Latch Stop Installation
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Locate the hole in the seat belt webbing where the original seat belt stop button was located. If the original hole in the seat belt webbing is not visible, perform the following: If either the right or left stop button is missing use the opposing seat belt as a reference. With the opposing seat belt fully stowed, measure the distance between the seat belt lower anchor and the stop button. Using the measurement obtained above, measure and mark the location of the missing stop button on the center of the seat belt webbing. Ensure the seat belt latch plate is located above the mark or original hole.
1Seat Belt Latch Stop Procedure Work the male half of the stop button through the hole in the webbing or at the marked location. Align the female half of the stop button with the male half of the stop button. Snap the two halves together. Trim off any access of the male half of the stop button flush with the female half of the stop button. TIP: Ensure the male half of the stop button is facing forward in the vehicle in order to ensure the stop button will not snag customers clothing.

Seat Belt Latch Stop Installation

Scheme 4

Scheme 4: Front Seat Belt Buckle Replacement
Scheme 4: Front Seat Belt Buckle Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures SIR disabling and enabling. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove driver or passenger seat replacement. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Replacement .
1Driver or Passenger Seat Belt Buckle Fastener CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 45 N.m (33 lb ft)
2Driver or Passenger Seat Belt Buckle Procedure Disconnect the electrical connector.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Front Seat Belt Buckle Replacement

Scheme 5

Scheme 5: Rear Seat Buckle Side Belt Replacement
Scheme 5: Rear Seat Buckle Side Belt Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement .
1Rear Seat Belt Buckle Bracket Fastener CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 45 N.m (33 lb ft)
2Rear Seat Belt Buckle
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Rear Seat Buckle Side Belt Replacement

Rear Seat Center Shoulder Belt Buckle Replacement

CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement .
1Rear Seat Center Shoulder Belt Buckle Fastener CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 45 N.m (33 lb ft)
2Rear Seat Center Shoulder Belt Buckle
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Rear Seat Center Shoulder Belt Buckle Replacement

Scheme 6

Scheme 6: Front Seat Belt Guide Adjuster Replacement
Scheme 6: Front Seat Belt Guide Adjuster Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the center pillar upper trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement . Remove the driver or passenger seat retractor side belt. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Retractor Side Belt Replacement .
1Front Seat Shoulder Belt Guide Adjuster Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
2Front Seat Shoulder Belt Guide Adjuster Bolt Retainer
3Front Seat Shoulder Belt Guide Adjuster
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Front Seat Belt Guide Adjuster Replacement

Scheme 7

Scheme 7: Rear Seat Retractor Side Belt Replacement
Scheme 7: Rear Seat Retractor Side Belt Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the body lock pillar upper trim panel. Refer to Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement . Remove the rear window panel trim. Refer to Rear Window Panel Trim Replacement (with DB3) , Rear Window Panel Trim Replacement (without DB3) , Rear Window Panel Trim Replacement (With HP6) .
1Rear Seat Belt Retractor Bracket Fastener CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 45 N.m (33 lb ft)
2Rear Seat Belt Retractor Fastener Tighten 45 N.m (33 lb ft)
3Rear Seat Belt Retractor
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Rear Seat Retractor Side Belt Replacement

Scheme 8

Scheme 8: Rear Seat Center Retractor Side Belt Replacement
Scheme 8: Rear Seat Center Retractor Side Belt Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (60% Side) , Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (40% Side) . Remove the rear seat belt buckle. Refer to Rear Seat Buckle Side Belt Replacement . Remove the rear seat back cushion cover and pad. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement (40% Side) , Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement (60% Side) . Release the rear seat center shoulder belt retractor bracket.
1Rear Seat Center Retractor Side Belt Fastener (Qty 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 45 N.m (33 lb ft)
2Rear Seat Center Retractor Side Belt
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Rear Seat Center Retractor Side Belt Replacement

Scheme 9

Scheme 9: Seat Belts
Scheme 9: Seat Belts
Solid Line - Hard Wire I/O Dash Line - Serial Data
A11Radio
B88DSeat Belt Switch - Driver
B88PSeat Belt Switch - Passenger
K36Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module
K85Passenger Presence Detection Module
P16Instrument Cluster
S48CMultifunction Switch 1 - Instrument Panel

Restraint System

Note. If the vehicle has been in a collision, refer to Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision

The vehicle has front and rear seat belts that are the primary means of occupant restraint. Seat belts help to keep the occupants inside the passenger compartment and to gradually reduce the impact forces during the following events

  1. Frontal impact type crashes
  2. Rear impact type crashes
  3. Side impact type crashes
  4. Roll-over type crashes

All seat belt retractors have emergency locks. The retractors remain unlocked during normal operation and under normal driving conditions. The retractors remain unlocked during normal conditions in order to allow free movement of the upper body of each occupant. A pendulum locks the seat belt webbing into position. The pendulum causes a locking bar to engage a cog on the spool of the retractor mechanism when the following conditions occur

  1. A rapid extraction of the seat belt webbing from the retractor
  2. An abrupt change in vehicle speed
  3. An abrupt change in vehicle direction
  4. Operation of the vehicle on a steep upgrade
  5. Operation of the vehicle on a downgrade

The seat belts have an automatic locking (cinch) feature. The cinch feature is activated when the seat belt webbing is completely extended from the retractor. The cinch feature prevents the webbing from extending beyond the position from which it is allowed to retract. Use of the cinch feature is recommended for securing a child seat. The cinch feature may be cancelled by allowing the webbing to wind back completely into the retractor. After the cinch feature is cancelled, the webbing is unlocked. After the cinch feature is cancelled, the webbing will extend from the retractor. This vehicle is also equipped with a supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR System Description and Operation

The front seat belt system includes a driver and passenger seat belt retractor pretensioner. Both front seat belt pretensioners includes a seat belt switch in the seat buckle which controls a reminder lamp and a tone alarm.

Note. The front passenger seat is equipped with a passenger presence sensor, which detects an occupant. If the passenger presence sensor detects an empty front passenger seat, then the passenger fasten safety belt indicator will be disabled.

  1. When the driver seat belt is buckled and the ignition switch is turned ON, the following events will occur: The tone alarm will not operate. The reminder lamp will not operate.
  2. When the passenger seat belt is buckled with an occupant sitting in the passenger front seat, then the ignition switch is turned ON, the following events will occur: The tone alarm will not operate. The reminder lamp, which is located within the Instrument Panel Multifunction Switch, will not be turned ON.
  3. When the driver seat belt is not buckled and the ignition switch is in the ON position, the following events will occur: The tone alarm will operate for 4-8 seconds and then go OFF. The fasten safety belt indicator will turn ON for 20 seconds, until the driver seat belt is buckled.
  4. When the passenger seat belt is not buckled with an occupant sitting in the passenger front seat, then the ignition switch is turned ON, the following events will occur: The tone alarm will operate for 4-8 seconds and then go OFF. The reminder lamp, which is located within the Instrument Panel Multifunction Switch, will be turned ON.

The Rear Seat Belt System includes the following components

  1. The rear seat belt retractor is located at the wheelhouse panel and attached to the floor panel by the rear seat shoulder belt retractor bracket.
  2. The rear seat belt buckles and the center seat belt buckle are attached to each seat.

Child Seat Restraint System

WARNINGA child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right-front passengers air bag inflates. This is because the back of a rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. NEVER use a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle. If a forward-facing child restraint is suitable for your child, ALWAYS move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go and then install the child restraint. Be sure the child restraint position does not conflict with any additional requirements provided by the manufacturer. For more information, refer to the vehicle owners manual and the instruction that came with the child restraint.

A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right-front passengers air bag inflates. This is because the back of a rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. NEVER use a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle. If a forward-facing child restraint is suitable for your child, ALWAYS move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go and then install the child restraint. Be sure the child restraint position does not conflict with any additional requirements provided by the manufacturer. For more information, refer to the vehicle owners manual and the instruction that came with the child restraint.

The child seat may only be used in a forward facing seating location. The child seat should be installed and secured according to the manufacturer's directions. If the child seat has a top strap, the seat will need to be anchored. Passengers should not be allowed to sit at locations where the seat belts are being used to secure the child seat.

All vehicles are equipped with a dual-mode type retractor with emergency and automatic locking features. The automatic locking feature is for restraint of a child seat. The child seat can be secured by pulling the seat belt all the way out to lock it. Then tighten the seat belt around the child seat.

If a child seat is to be used in the second seat position, a special dealer-installed anchor must be used in order to anchor the child seat top strap. This only applies to the seats designed with the top strap provision and for the vehicles sold in Canada. In order to ensure the correct top strap angle, the child seat is only to be used at the seating position for which the top strap anchor is installed.

Fasten Safety Belt Indicators

There are two fasten safety belt indicators for this vehicle. The driver fasten safety belt reminder is displayed in the instrument cluster, and the passenger fasten safety belt reminder is displayed in the Instrument Panel Multifunction Switch. The fasten safety belt indicator may only be ON during RUN. The fasten safety belt indicator illuminates under the following conditions

  1. During the bulb check
  2. The inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) sends the status of the driver seat belt to the instrument cluster via serial data. The passenger seat belt status is sent to the Instrument Panel Multifunction Switch via a hard wire. If any of the seat belts are unfastened, the instrument cluster will send a message requesting a chime sound to be turned ON after a bulb check.