Restraints - Service Information: Other Dodge Dakota III

ACTIVE RESTRAINTS

The active restraints for this model include

1. Front Seat Belts - Both outboard front seating positions are equipped with three-point seat belt systems employing floor sill mounted (club cab) or lower B-pillar mounted (quad cab) inertia latch-type emergency locking retractors, height-adjustable roof rail mounted (club cab) or upper B-pillar mounted (quad cab) turning loops, a traveling lower seat belt anchor secured to the outboard side of the seat frame, and a traveling end-release seat belt buckle secured to the inboard side of the seat frame. The driver side front seat belt buckle includes an integral seat belt switch that detects whether the driver side front seat belt has been fastened. A fixed position lap belt and buckle is provided for vehicles with a center front seating position.
2. Rear Seat Belts - On all vehicles equipped with rear seats, each rear seating position is equipped with a three-point seat belt system. The outboard seating position belts employ lower rear pillar mounted inertia latch-type emergency locking retractors, fixed position upper rear pillar mounted turning loops, self-cinching latch plates for compatibility with child seats and fixed lower seat belt anchors secured to the floor panel (club cab) or lower rear pillar (quad cab). The quad cab rear seat center seating position belt has an inertia latch-type emergency locking retractor secured to the rear floor panel and a routing bracket secured to the top of the cab back panel. Fixed end-release buckles are secured to the floor panel on club cab models. On quad cab models the buckle units for the center and left outboard seating positions are secured to the floor panel with the rear seat mounting hardware, while the center anchor buckle and the right outboard buckle are secured to the floor panel with the center retractor mounting hardware.
3. Child Restraint Anchors - All vehicles with rear seats are equipped with three child seat upper tether anchors that are secured to the upper cab back panel reinforcement. On club cab models the two outboard anchors are loops of webbing located behind the hinged upper rear seat back pads, while the center anchor is a stamped "D" ring located behind a small hinged access door in the center of the cab back trim panel. On quad cab models all three anchors include a "D" ring covered by a loop of webbing strap located behind the rear seat backs. Club cab models also have an upper tether anchor integral to the back of the passenger side front seat cushion frame. Two lower anchors are also provided for the passenger side outboard front and rear seating positions of club cab models, and for each rear outboard seating position on quad cab models. These lower anchors are accessed from the front of the seat where the seat back meets the seat cushion. The child seat tether and lower anchors for the front seat are deleted on quad cab models.

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The passive restraints available for this model include the following

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1. Dual Front Airbags - Multistage driver and front passenger airbags are used in this model. This airbag system is a passive, inflatable, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) and vehicles with this equipment can be readily identified by the "SRS - AIRBAG" logo molded into the driver airbag trim cover in the center of the steering wheel and also into the passenger airbag door on the top of the instrument panel above the glove box. Vehicles with the airbag system can also be identified by the airbag indicator, which will illuminate in the ElectroMechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC) for about seven seconds as a bulb test each time the ignition switch is turned to the On position. A pyrotechnic-type seat belt tensioner is also integral to the driver and passenger front seat belt retractors to work in conjunction with the dual front airbags.
2. Occupant Classification System - Vehicles manufactured for sale in North America (except Mexico) also include an Occupant Classification System (OCS) with components that are located on the front seats. These components include an Occupant Classification Module (OCM) and four seat weight sensors on the passenger seat, and seat track position sensors on both the driver and passenger seats. Vehicles equipped with the OCS components can be readily identified by a passenger airbag on/off indicator (2) located between the two air outlets on the instrument panel center bezel (1) above the radio.
3. Side Curtain Airbags - Optional side curtain airbags are available for this model when it is also equipped with dual front airbags. This airbag system is a passive, inflatable, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) and vehicles with this equipment can be readily identified by a molded identification trim button with the "SRS - AIRBAG" logo located on the headliner above each roof rail (club cab) or at the top of the B-pillar (quad cab).

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The supplemental restraint system includes the following major components, which are described in further detail elsewhere in this service information

1. Airbag Indicator - The airbag indicator is integral to the Electromechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC), which is located on the instrument panel in front of the driver.
2. Clockspring - The clockspring is located near the top of the steering column, directly beneath the steering wheel.
3. Driver Airbag (5) - The driver airbag is located in the center of the steering wheel, beneath the driver airbag trim cover.
4. Driver Knee Blocker - The driver knee blocker is a structural unit secured to the back side of and integral to the instrument panel steering column opening cover.
5. Front Impact Sensor (1) - Two front impact sensors are used on vehicles equipped with dual front airbags, one left side and one right side. One sensor is located on the back side of each vertical member of the radiator support.
6. Occupant Classification Module (8) - Vehicles equipped with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) include an Occupant Classification Module (OCM) which is secured to the underside of the passenger side front seat cushion frame.
7. Occupant Restraint Controller (6) - The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) is located on a mount on the floor panel transmission tunnel below the center of the instrument panel.
8. Passenger Airbag (2) - The passenger airbag is located in the instrument panel, beneath the passenger airbag door on the top of the instrument panel above the glove box on the passenger side of the vehicle.
9. Passenger Airbag On/Off Indicator (3) - The Occupant Classification System (OCS) includes a passenger airbag on/off indicator which is located between the two outlets on the instrument panel center bezel above the radio.
10. Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch (4) - Club cab models are equipped with a passenger airbag on/off switch, which is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel center bezel.
11. Passenger Knee Blocker - The passenger knee blocker is a structural reinforcement that is integral to and concealed within the glove box door.
12. Seat Belt Tensioner (11) - A seat belt tensioner is integral to both front seat belt retractor units on vehicles equipped with dual front airbags. The seat belt retractor and tensioner units are secured to the right and left floor panel sills on club cab models, or to the right and left inner B-pillars and concealed beneath the lower B-pillar trim on quad cab models.
13. Seat Track Position Sensor (9) - The Occupant Classification System (OCS) includes two seat track position sensors. One sensor is located on the inboard side of one of the seat adjuster tracks on both the driver and the passenger front seats.
14. Seat Weight Sensor (7) - Vehicles equipped with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) include four seat weight sensors, one on each corner of the passenger side front seat between the seat cushion frame and the seat track.
15. Side Curtain Airbag (12) - In vehicles equipped with this option, a side curtain airbag is secured to each inside roof side rail, and extends from the A-pillar to near the cab back panel. The side curtain airbags are concealed above the headliner trim.
16. Side Impact Sensor (10) - Two side impact sensors are used on vehicles equipped with the optional side curtain airbags, located on the floor panel just behind the front seat crossmember beneath the outboard side of the left and right front seats.

The ORC, the OCM, and the EMIC each contain a microprocessor and programming that allow them to communicate with each other using the Controller Area Network (CAN) data bus. This method of communication is used by the ORC for control of the airbag indicator in the EMIC. (Refer to DESCRIPTION) .

Hard wired circuitry connects the supplemental restraint system components to each other through the electrical system of the vehicle. These hard wired circuits are integral to several wire harnesses, which are routed throughout the vehicle and retained by many different methods. These circuits may be connected to each other, to the vehicle electrical system, and to the supplemental restraint system components through the use of a combination of soldered splices, splice block connectors, and many different types of wire harness terminal connectors and insulators. Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector repair procedures, further details on wire harness routing and retention, as well as pin-out and location views for the various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds.

The primary passenger restraints in this or any other vehicle are the standard equipment factory-installed seat belts and child restraint anchors. Seat belts and child restraint anchors are referred to as an active restraint because the vehicle occupants are required to physically fasten and properly adjust these restraints in order to benefit from them. See the owner's service information in the vehicle glove box for more information on the features, use and operation of all of the factory-installed active restraints.

PASSIVE RESTRAINTS

The passive restraints are referred to as a supplemental restraint system because they were designed and are intended to enhance the protection for the occupants of the vehicle only when used in conjunction with the seat belts. They are referred to as passive restraints because the vehicle occupants are not required to do anything to make them operate; however, the vehicle occupants must be wearing their seat belts in order to obtain the maximum safety benefit from the factory-installed supplemental restraint system.

The supplemental restraint system electrical circuits are continuously monitored and controlled by a microprocessor and software contained within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). An airbag indicator in the Electromechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC) illuminates for about seven seconds as a bulb test each time the ignition switch is turned to the On or Start positions. Following the bulb test, the airbag indicator is turned on or off by the ORC to indicate the status of the supplemental restraint system. If the airbag indicator comes on at any time other than during the bulb test, it indicates that there is a problem in the supplemental restraint system electrical circuits. Such a problem may cause airbags not to deploy when required, or to deploy when not required.

Deployment of the supplemental restraints depends upon the angle and severity of an impact. Deployment is not based upon vehicle speed; rather, deployment is based upon the rate of deceleration as measured by the forces of gravity (G force) upon the impact sensors. When an impact is severe enough, the microprocessor in the ORC signals the inflator of the appropriate airbag units to deploy their airbag cushions. The outboard front seat belt tensioners are provided with a deployment signal by the ORC in conjunction with the front airbags.

During a frontal vehicle impact, the knee blockers work in concert with properly fastened and adjusted seat belts to restrain both the driver and the right front seat passenger in the proper position for an airbag deployment. The knee blockers also absorb and distribute the crash energy from the driver and the right front seat passenger to the structure of the instrument panel. The seat belt tensioners remove the slack from the outboard front seat belts to provide further assurance that the driver and right front seat passenger are properly positioned and restrained for an airbag deployment.

Typically, the vehicle occupants recall more about the events preceding and following a collision than they do of an airbag deployment itself. This is because the airbag deployment and deflation occur very rapidly. In a typical 48 kilometer-per-hour (30 mile-per-hour) barrier impact, from the moment of impact until the airbags are fully inflated takes about 40 milliseconds. Within one to two seconds from the moment of impact, the airbags are almost entirely deflated. The times cited for these events are approximations, which apply only to a barrier impact at the given speed. Actual times will vary somewhat, depending upon the vehicle speed, impact angle, severity of the impact, and the type of collision.

When the ORC monitors a problem in any of the supplemental restraint system circuits or components, including the seat belt tensioners, it stores a fault code or Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) in its memory circuit and sends an electronic message to the EMIC to turn on the airbag indicator. Proper testing of the supplemental restraint system components, the Controller Area Network (CAN) data bus, the electronic message inputs to and outputs from the EMIC or the ORC, as well as the retrieval or erasure of a DTC from the ORC or the EMIC requires the use of a diagnostic scan tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.

See the owner's service information in the vehicle glove box for more information on the features, use and operation of all of the factory-installed passive restraints.

OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM

In vehicles equipped with the Occupant Classification System (OCS), the OCS automatically suppresses or enables passenger airbag and seat belt tensioner operation based upon whether or not the passenger side front seat is occupied and, if the seat is occupied, classifies the size of the occupant and whether the seat is occupied by a child seat.

The OCS has an Occupant Classification Module (OCM) that monitors inputs from the seat weight sensors under the passenger side front seat cushion and from the seat track position sensors on the passenger side and driver side seat adjuster tracks. Based upon those inputs the microprocessor within the OCM classifies the occupant of the passenger side front seat, and the proximity of each front seat to the front airbags. The OCM then sends electronic occupant classification messages to the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). The microprocessor and programming of the ORC determines whether to enable or disable the deployment circuits for the passenger airbag and seat belt tensioner; and, if enabled, what force level should be used to deploy each front airbag.

The OCS electrical circuits and components are continuously monitored by the OCM, and the OCM is continuously monitored by the ORC. A passenger airbag on/off indicator is located between the two air outlets near the top of the instrument panel center bezel. This indicator receives battery current whenever the ignition switch is in the On or Start positions, and illuminates only when the ORC pulls the indicator control circuit to ground. The indicator illuminates for about seven seconds as a bulb test each time the ignition switch is turned to the On or Start positions. Following the bulb test, the indicator is turned on or off by the ORC based upon the electronic occupant classification messages received from the OCM. This indicator is illuminated whenever the seat is occupied and passenger airbag and seat belt tensioner operation has been suppressed, and is turned off whenever the seat is empty or when the seat is occupied and the passenger airbag and seat belt tensioner are enabled. On club cab models, the indicator is illuminated by the ORC whenever the ignition switch is in the On or Start positions and the passenger airbag on-off switch is in the Off position, regardless of the input from the OCM.

When the OCM monitors a problem in any of the OCS circuits or components, it stores a fault code or DTC in its memory circuit and sends an electronic message to the ORC. The ORC then sends an electronic message to the Electromechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC) to turn on the airbag indicator. If for any reason the OCM is unable to classify the occupant it sends an electronic message to the ORC, and the ORC suppresses passenger airbag and seat belt tensioner operation. Proper testing of the OCS components, the Controller Area Network (CAN) data bus, the electronic message inputs to and outputs from the OCM, the EMIC or the ORC, as well as the retrieval or erasure of a DTC from the OCM, the ORC or the EMIC requires the use of a diagnostic scan tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.

See the owner's service information in the vehicle glove box for more information on the features, use and operation of the OCS.

WARNINGS - RESTRAINT SYSTEM

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

Proper diagnosis and testing of the supplemental restraint system components, the Controller Area Network (CAN) data bus, the data bus electronic message inputs to and outputs from the Electromechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC), the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), or the Occupant Classification Module (OCM) as well as the retrieval or erasure of a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) from the ORC or OCM requires the use of a diagnostic scan tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.

HANDLING NON-DEPLOYED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS

At no time should any source of electricity be permitted near the inflator on the back of a non-deployed airbag or seat belt tensioner. When carrying a non-deployed airbag, the trim cover or airbag cushion side of the unit should be pointed away from the body to minimize injury in the event of an accidental deployment. If the airbag unit is placed on a bench or any other surface, the trim cover or airbag cushion side of the unit should be face up to minimize movement in the event of an accidental deployment.

When handling a non-deployed seat belt tensioner, take proper care to keep fingers out from under the retractor cover and away from the seat belt webbing where it exits from the retractor cover. In addition, the supplemental restraint system should be disarmed whenever any steering wheel, steering column, seat belt tensioner, airbag, impact sensor, Occupant Classification System (OCS), or instrument panel components require diagnosis or service. Failure to observe this warning could result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury.

All damaged, faulty or non-deployed airbags and seat belt tensioners which are replaced on vehicles are to be handled and disposed of properly. If an airbag or seat belt tensioner unit is faulty or damaged and non-deployed, refer to the Hazardous Substance Control System for proper disposal. Dispose of all non-deployed and deployed airbags and seat belt tensioners in a manner consistent with state, provincial, local and federal regulations.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT STORAGE

Airbags and seat belt tensioners must be stored in their original, special container until they are used for service. Also, they must be stored in a clean, dry environment; away from sources of extreme heat, sparks, and high electrical energy. Always place or store any airbag on a surface with its trim cover or airbag cushion side facing up, to minimize movement in case of an accidental deployment.

SERVICE AFTER A SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT DEPLOYMENT

Any vehicle which is to be returned to use following a supplemental restraint deployment, must have the deployed restraints replaced. In addition, if the driver airbag has been deployed, the clockspring must be replaced. If the passenger airbag is deployed, the passenger airbag door must be replaced. The seat belt tensioners are deployed by the same signal that deploys the driver and passenger airbags and must also be replaced if either front airbag has been deployed. If a side curtain airbag has been deployed, the complete airbag unit, the headliner, as well as the upper A, B, and C-pillar trim must be replaced. These components are not intended for reuse and will be damaged or weakened as a result of a supplemental restraint deployment, which may or may not be obvious during a visual inspection.

On vehicles with an optional sunroof, the sunroof drain tubes and hoses must be closely inspected following a side curtain airbag deployment. It is also critical that the mounting surfaces and/or mounting brackets for the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), side impact sensors, and front impact sensors be closely inspected and restored to their original conditions following any vehicle impact damage. Because the ORC and each front and side impact sensor are used by the supplemental restraint system to monitor or confirm the direction and severity of a vehicle impact, improper orientation or insecure fastening of these components may cause airbags not to deploy when required, or to deploy when not required.

All other vehicle components should be closely inspected following any supplemental restraint deployment, but are to be replaced only as required by the extent of the visible damage incurred.

AIRBAG SQUIB STATUS

Multistage airbags with multiple initiators (squibs) must be checked to determine that all squibs were used during the deployment event. The driver and passenger airbags in this model are deployed by electrical signals generated by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) through the driver or passenger squib 1 and squib 2 circuits to the two initiators in the airbag inflators. Typically, both initiators are used and all potentially hazardous chemicals are burned during an airbag deployment event. However, it is possible for only one initiator to be used due to an airbag system fault; therefore, it is always necessary to confirm that both initiators have been used in order to avoid the improper handling or disposal of potentially live pyrotechnic or hazardous materials. The following procedure should be performed using a diagnostic scan tool to verify the status of both airbag squibs before either deployed airbag is removed from the vehicle for disposal.

1. Be certain that the diagnostic scan tool contains the latest version of the proper diagnostic software. Connect the scan tool to the 16-way Data Link Connector (DLC). The DLC is located on the driver side lower edge of the instrument panel, outboard of the steering column.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
3. Using the scan tool, read and record the active (current) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) data.

Using the active DTC information, refer to the AIRBAG SQUIB STATUS table to determine the status of both driver and/or passenger airbag squibs.

Note. If none of the Driver or Passenger Squib 1 or 2 open are active codes, the status of the airbag squibs is unknown. In this case the airbag should be handled and disposed of as if the squibs were both live.

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Following a supplemental restraint deployment, the vehicle interior will contain a powdery residue. This residue consists primarily of harmless particulate by-products of the small pyrotechnic charge that initiates the propellant used to deploy a supplemental restraint. However, this residue may also contain traces of sodium hydroxide powder, a chemical by-product of the propellant material that is used to generate the inert gas that inflates the airbag. Since sodium hydroxide powder can irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat, be certain to wear safety glasses, rubber gloves, and a long-sleeved shirt during cleanup.

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1. Begin the cleanup by using a vacuum cleaner to remove any residual powder from the vehicle interior. Clean from outside the vehicle and work your way inside, so that you avoid kneeling or sitting on a non-cleaned area.
2. Be certain to vacuum the heater and air conditioning outlets as well. Run the heater and air conditioner blower on the lowest speed setting and vacuum any powder expelled from the outlets. CAUTION: Deployed front airbags having two initiators (squibs) in the airbag inflator may or may not have live pyrotechnic material within the inflator. Do not dispose of these airbags unless you are sure of complete deployment. Refer to «AIRBAG SQUIB STATUS»(ref-247645-S42699469712007020100000) . All damaged, faulty, or non-deployed supplemental restraints which are replaced on vehicles are to be handled and disposed of properly. If an airbag or seat belt tensioner unit is faulty or damaged and non-deployed, refer to the Hazardous Substance Control System for proper disposal. Be certain to dispose of all non-deployed and deployed supplemental restraints in a manner consistent with state, provincial, local and federal regulations.
3. Next, remove the deployed supplemental restraints from the vehicle. Refer to the appropriate service removal procedures.
4. You may need to vacuum the interior of the vehicle a second time to recover all of the powder.

TETHER STRAP - CLUB CAB

Note. The following procedure applies only to the rear seat upper child tether straps used on club cab models equipped with optional rear seats.

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1. Fold down the rear seat upper back pad (4) from the cab back trim panel (2) to access the tether strap (1).
2. Remove the screw (5) that secures the child tether strap to the upper cab back panel reinforcement (3).
3. Remove the child tether strap from the cab back.

TETHER ANCHOR - CLUB CAB

Note. The following procedure applies only to the center upper child tether anchor used on all club cab models.

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1. Unlatch and open the access door (4) on the cab back trim panel (2) to access the tether anchor (1).
2. Remove the screw (5) that secures the child tether anchor to the upper cab back panel reinforcement (3).
3. Remove the child tether anchor from the cab back.

TETHER STRAP - QUAD CAB

Note. The following procedure applies only to the rear seat upper child tether straps used on quad cab models.

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1. Remove the rear seat from the vehicle. Refer to «INTERIOR/EXTERIOR»(ref-247640) .
2. Remove the screw (4) that secures the child tether strap (1) to the upper cab back panel reinforcement (3).
3. Remove the child tether strap from the cab back trim panel (2).

REAR SEAT LOWER ANCHOR BRACKET - CLUB CAB

Note. The following procedure applies only to the lower anchor bracket used in the right rear seating position of club cab models.

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1. Fold the rear seat cushion up against the cab back panel (2).
2. Pull the floor carpet under the rear seat cushion away from the base of the cab back panel far enough to access the lower anchor bracket (4).
3. Remove the two screws (1) that secure the bracket to the floor panel.
4. Remove the two screws (3) that secure the bracket to the cab back panel.
5. Remove the bracket from the vehicle.

Note. The following procedure applies only to the rear seat upper child tether straps used on club cab models equipped with optional rear seats.

1. Position the child tether strap (1) through the access hole in the cab back trim panel (2) onto the upper cab back panel reinforcement (3).
2. Install and tighten the screw (5) that secures the child tether strap to the cab back. Tighten the screw to 14 N.m (10 ft. lbs.).
3. Fold the rear seat upper back pad (4) back against the cab back trim panel to conceal the tether strap.

Note. The following procedure applies only to the center upper child tether anchor used on all club cab models.

1. Position the child tether anchor (1) through the access hole in the cab back trim panel (2) onto the upper cab back panel reinforcement (3).
2. Install and tighten the screw (5) that secures the child tether anchor to the cab back. Tighten the screw to 14 N.m (10 ft. lbs.).
3. Fold the access door (4) back against the cab back trim panel to conceal the tether anchor.

Note. The following procedure applies only to the rear seat upper child tether straps used on quad cab models.

1. Position the child tether strap (1) onto the cab back trim panel (2).
2. Install and tighten the screw (4) that secures the child tether strap to the upper cab back panel reinforcement (3). Tighten the screw to 14 N.m (10 ft. lbs.).
3. Reinstall the rear seat into the vehicle. Refer to «INTERIOR/EXTERIOR»(ref-247640) .

Note. The following procedure applies only to the lower anchor bracket used in the right rear seating position of club cab models.

1. Position the lower anchor bracket (4) to the floor panel and the cab back panel (2) under the right rear seat cushion.
2. Loosely install the two screws (3) that secure the bracket to the cab back panel.
3. Install and tighten the two screws (1) that secure the bracket to the floor panel. Tighten the screws to 3 N.m (30 in. lbs.).
4. Tighten the two screws that secure the bracket to the cab back panel. Tighten the screws to 23 N.m (17 ft. lbs.).
5. Restore the floor carpet under the rear seat cushion to the base of the cab back panel.

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The clockspring assembly is secured with two screws onto the multifunction switch mounting housing near the top of the steering column behind the steering wheel. The clockspring consists of a flat, round molded plastic case (8) with a stubby tail that hangs below the steering column. The tail contains two connector receptacles that face toward the instrument panel. Within the plastic case is a spool-like molded plastic rotor (10) with a large exposed hub. The upper surface of the rotor hub has a large center hole, two large flats, an engagement dowel with a yellow rubber boot (7), two short pigtail wires with connectors (1), and two connector receptacles (5) that face toward the steering wheel.

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The lower surface of the rotor hub has a molded plastic turn signal cancel cam (3) with two lobes that is keyed to the rotor and is secured there with four integral snap features. Within the plastic case and wound around the rotor spool is a long ribbon-like tape that consists of several thin copper wire leads sandwiched between two thin plastic membranes. The outer end of the tape terminates at the connector receptacles (4) that face the instrument panel, while the inner end of the tape terminates at the pigtail wires and connector receptacles on the hub of the clockspring rotor that face the steering wheel.

Service replacement clocksprings are shipped pre-centered and with a molded plastic locking pin (1) that snaps into a receptacle on the rotor and is engaged between two tabs on the upper surface of the rotor case. The locking pin secures the centered clockspring rotor to the clockspring case during shipment and handling, but must be removed from the clockspring after it is installed on the steering column. Refer to CLOCKSPRING CENTERING .

The clockspring cannot be repaired. If the clockspring is faulty, damaged, or if the driver airbag has been deployed, the clockspring must be replaced.

CLOCKSPRING CENTERING

Note. Before starting this procedure, be certain to turn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.

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1. Place the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove the clockspring from the steering column. «(Refer to REMOVAL)»(ref-247645-S18454785422007020100000) .
3. Rotate the clockspring rotor (10) clockwise to the end of its travel. Do not apply excessive torque.
4. From the end of the clockwise travel, rotate the rotor about two and one-half turns counterclockwise. The engagement dowel and yellow rubber boot (7) should end up at the bottom, and the arrows on the clockspring rotor and case (9) should be in alignment.
5. The clockspring is now centered. Secure the clockspring rotor to the clockspring case to maintain clockspring centering until it is reinstalled on the steering column.
6. The front wheels should still be in the straight-ahead position. Reinstall the clockspring onto the steering column. «(Refer to INSTALLATION)»(ref-247645-S34689057962007020100000) .

FRONT

The front impact sensors are electronic accelerometers that sense the rate of vehicle deceleration, which provides verification of the direction and severity of an impact. Each sensor also contains an electronic communication chip that allows the unit to communicate the sensor status as well as sensor fault information to the microprocessor in the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC).

The ORC microprocessor continuously monitors all of the passive restraint system electrical circuits to determine the system readiness. If the ORC detects a monitored system fault, it sets a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) and controls the airbag indicator operation accordingly. The impact sensors each receive battery current and ground through dedicated left and right sensor plus and minus circuits from the ORC. The impact sensors and the ORC communicate by modulating the voltage in the sensor plus circuit.

The hard wired circuits between the front impact sensors and the ORC may be diagnosed and tested using conventional diagnostic tools and procedures. However, conventional diagnostic methods will not prove conclusive in the diagnosis of the ORC, the impact sensors, or the electronic message inputs to or outputs from the impact sensors. The most reliable, efficient, and accurate means to diagnose the impact sensors, the ORC, and the electronic message communication between the sensors and the ORC requires the use of a diagnostic scan tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.

SIDE

The side impact sensors are electronic accelerometers that sense the rate of vehicle deceleration, which provides verification of the direction and severity of an impact. Each sensor also contains an electronic communication chip that allows the unit to communicate the sensor status as well as sensor fault information to the microprocessor in the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC).

The ORC microprocessor continuously monitors all of the side passive restraint system electrical circuits to determine the system readiness. If the ORC detects a monitored system fault, it sets a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) and controls the airbag indicator operation accordingly. The impact sensors each receive battery current and ground through left or right sensor plus and minus circuits from the ORC. The impact sensors and the ORC communicate by modulating the voltage in the sensor plus circuit.

The hard wired circuits between the side impact sensors and the ORC may be diagnosed and tested using conventional diagnostic tools and procedures. However, conventional diagnostic methods will not prove conclusive in the diagnosis of the ORC, the impact sensors, or the electronic message inputs to or outputs from the impact sensors. The most reliable, efficient, and accurate means to diagnose the impact sensors, the ORC, and the electronic message communication between the sensors and the ORC requires the use of a diagnostic scan tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.

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1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge before further service.
2. Remove the two screws (2) that secure the right or left front impact sensor (1) to the back of the right or left radiator support vertical member (4).
3. Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire harness connector (3) from the sensor connector receptacle.
4. Remove the right or left front impact sensor from the engine compartment.

Note. Side impact sensors are used only on models equipped with the optional side curtain airbags.

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1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge before further service.
2. Remove the scuff plate trim from the right or left front door opening sill (5). «(Refer to REMOVAL)»(ref-247640-S02434714432007020100000) .
3. Lift the floor carpet upward from the sill far enough to access the side impact sensor on the floor panel (4) below the right or left outboard front seat adjuster riser.
4. Remove the two screws (2) that secure the side impact sensor (3) to the floor panel.
5. Disconnect the body wire harness connector (1) from the sensor connector receptacle.
6. Remove the sensor from the floor panel.

1. Position the right or left front impact sensor (1) into the engine compartment.
2. Reconnect the headlamp and dash wire harness connector (3) to the sensor connector receptacle.
3. Carefully position the sensor onto the back of the right or left radiator support vertical member (4). Be certain that the anti-rotation pin on the back of the sensor is engaged in the center clearance hole of the radiator support and the arrow on the sensor label is pointed forward in the vehicle.
4. Install and tighten the two screws (2) that secure the sensor to the back of the support vertical member. Tighten the screws to 10 N.m (90 in. lbs.).
5. Do not reconnect the battery negative cable at this time. The supplemental restraint system verification test procedure should be performed following service of any supplemental restraint system component. Refer to «SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-247645-S32370674682007020100000) .

Note. Side impact sensors are used only on models equipped with the optional side curtain airbags.

1. Position the side impact sensor (3) near the floor panel (4) below the right or left outboard front seat adjuster riser.
2. Reconnect the body wire harness connector (1) to the sensor connector receptacle.
3. Carefully position the sensor onto the floor panel. Be certain that the anti-rotation pin on the back of the sensor is engaged in the center clearance hole of the floor panel and the arrow on the sensor label is pointed toward the outboard side of the vehicle.
4. Install and tighten the two screws (2) that secure the sensor to the inner B-pillar. Tighten the screw to 8 N.m (75 in. lbs.).
5. Restore the floor carpet over the side impact sensor on the floor panel to the right or left front door opening sill (5).
6. Reinstall the scuff plate trim onto the right or left front door opening sill. «(Refer to INSTALLATION)»(ref-247640-S14738561142007020100000) .
7. Do not reconnect the battery negative cable at this time. The supplemental restraint system verification test procedure should be performed following service of any supplemental restraint system component. Refer to «SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-247645-S32370674682007020100000) .

Scheme 58

The Occupant Classification Module (OCM) (1) is secured with two screws to a stamped metal mount on the underside of the passenger side front seat cushion frame near the center. Concealed within a hollow in the center of the molded plastic OCM housing is a microprocessor and the other electronic circuitry of the module. The module housing is sealed to enclose and protect the internal electronic circuitry. The OCM software is flash programmable.

Two mounting tabs (2) and two connector receptacles (3) are integral to the OCM housing. The connector receptacles contain terminal pins that connect the OCM to the vehicle electrical system through a dedicated take out and connector of the passenger side front seat wire harness, and a second take out and connector of the body wire harness.

A non-calibrated OCM is available for separate service replacement. The OCM and all of the other components of the Occupant Classification System (OCS) including the passenger side front seat, the seat weight sensors, the passenger or driver seat track position sensor and the seat adjusters, cushion, back, frame, foam, springs, and wiring harness are a factory-calibrated and assembled unit. Any time any one of these components is removed or replaced for any reason, the OCM must be re-calibrated using a diagnostic scan tool, the Occupant Classification Seat Weight special tool, and the Occupant Classification System Verification Test. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic procedures.

The OCM cannot be adjusted or repaired and, if damaged or faulty, it must be replaced.

FRONT OUTBOARD

Note. A traveling front outboard seat belt buckle is located on the inboard side of each front outboard seat section (40 percent) used on all models. The seat belt buckle on the driver's side front seat for all models also includes a seat belt switch. (Refer to DESCRIPTION) .

Scheme 59

Scheme 60

1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge before further service.
2. From behind the front seat on the driver side only, disconnect the seat belt switch pigtail wire connector (2) from the seat wire harness take out and connector for the switch (3) located below the rear of the driver side seat cushion (1).
3. Move the right or left front outboard seat section to its most rearward position and tilt the seat back forward for easiest access to the front outboard seat belt buckle lower anchor screw (1).
4. On the driver side only, disengage the disconnected seat belt switch pigtail wire (2) from under the seat cushion and the inboard seat track.
5. Remove the screw that secures the outboard front seat belt buckle (3) anchor near the back of the inboard seat cushion frame.
6. Remove the buckle from the seat.

FRONT CENTER

Scheme 61

1. Move the left front outboard seat (1) to its most forward position for easiest access to the front center seat belt buckle lower anchor screw (5).
2. From behind the front seat, remove the screw that secures the seat belt buckle lower anchor to the center seat support bracket.
3. From the front of the front seat, disengage the front center seat belt buckle (3) from the elastic strap (2) on the side of the center seat cushion.
4. Remove the seat belt buckle and lower anchor through the opening in the side of the front center seat cushion trim (4).

REAR - CLUB CAB

Scheme 62

1. Fold the rear seat cushions up against the cab back panel (1).
2. Remove the screw (3) that secures the rear seat belt buckle anchor (2) to the rear floor panel (4).
3. Remove the buckle from the rear floor.

REAR CENTER & LEFT OUTBOARD - QUAD CAB

Scheme 63

1. Disengage the center or the left outboard occupant buckle unit (2) from the elastic loop on the back of the rear seat cushion (1) and push the buckle back through the crevice between the cushion and the rear seat back.
2. Lift up the seat cushion into its stowed position against the seat back.
3. Remove the nut (3) that secures the buckle unit to the stud (4) on the rear floor panel (5) near the base of the cab back panel. The stud and nut that secures the buckle also secures the inboard rear seat mounting bracket to the rear floor panel.
4. Remove the buckle from the stud and the inboard rear seat mounting bracket.

REAR CENTER ANCHOR & RIGHT OUTBOARD - QUAD CAB

Note. A traveling front outboard seat belt buckle is located on the inboard side of each front outboard seat section (40 percent) used on all models. The seat belt buckle on the driver's side front seat for all models also includes a seat belt switch. (Refer to DESCRIPTION) .

1. Position the outboard front seat belt buckle (3) lower anchor to the mounting hole near the rear of the inboard seat cushion frame. Be certain the notch at the base of the anchor engages the anti-rotation tab on the frame.
2. Install and tighten the screw (1) that secures the anchor to the frame. Tighten the screw to 43 N.m (32 ft. lbs.).
3. On the driver side only, route the seat belt switch pigtail wire (2) under the inboard seat track and the seat cushion.
4. On the driver side only, move the front seat to its most forward position and tilt the seat back forward for easiest access to the seat belt switch pigtail wire connection.
5. From behind the front seat on the driver side only, reconnect the seat belt switch pigtail wire connector (2) to the seat wire harness take out and connector for the switch (3) located below the rear of the driver side seat cushion (1).
6. Do not reconnect the battery negative cable at this time. The supplemental restraint system verification test procedure should be performed following service of any supplemental restraint system component. Refer to «SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-247645-S32370674682007020100000) .

1. From the front of the front seat, insert the front center seat belt buckle (3) lower anchor through the opening in the trim (4) on the side of the center seat cushion.
2. Engage the front center seat belt buckle through the elastic strap (2) on the side of the center seat cushion.
3. From behind the front seat, position the seat belt buckle lower anchor to the center seat support bracket. Be certain to engage the anti-rotation tab on the anchor into the corresponding hole in the center seat support bracket.
4. Install and tighten the screw (5) that secures the lower anchor to the center seat support bracket. Tighten the screw to 40 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
5. Move the adjacent left front outboard seat (1) back to its rearward position.

1. Position the lower anchor of the rear seat belt buckle (2) to the rear floor panel (4).
2. Install and tighten the screw (3) that secures the buckle anchor to the floor panel. Tighten the screw to 46 N.m (34 ft. lbs.).
3. Fold down the rear seat cushion from the cab back panel (1) to the seating position.

1. Position the center or the left outboard occupant buckle unit (2) onto the stud (4) near the base of the cab back panel that secures the inboard rear seat mounting bracket to the rear floor panel (5).
2. Install and tighten the nut (3) that secures the buckle unit to the stud. Tighten the nut to 41 N.m (30 ft. lbs.). Be certain to hold the buckle in its properly oriented position while tightening the nut.
3. Push the buckle up through the crevice between the rear seat cushion and the rear seat back.
4. Lower the rear seat cushion back to its normal seating position.
5. Engage the buckle through the elastic loop at the back of the seat cushion.

FRONT OUTBOARD - CLUB CAB

Note. The following procedure is for replacement of a faulty or damaged seat belt and retractor unit. The front retractor also includes a seat belt tensioner. If the front seat belt or retractor is faulty or damaged, but the seat belt tensioner is not deployed, review the recommended procedures for handling non-deployed supplemental restraints. Refer to HANDLING NON-DEPLOYED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS . If the seat belt tensioner has been deployed, review the recommended procedures for service after a supplemental restraint deployment before removing the unit from the vehicle. Refer to SERVICE AFTER A SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT DEPLOYMENT .

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Scheme 69

1. Adjust the front seat to its most forward position for easiest access to the front seat belt (1) lower anchor and the retractor (2).
2. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge before further service.
3. Remove the screw (4) that secures the lower anchor to the outboard side of the front seat cushion frame (3).
4. Remove the two plastic push-pin retainers (2) that secure the trim cover (1) to the retractor (3) on the floor panel near the door sill.
5. Raise the trim cover up off of the retractor far enough to disengage the two locator pins in the top of the inboard cover half from the locator holes in the top of the retractor.
6. Spread apart the lower end of the inboard (1) and outboard (3) trim cover halves far enough to release the snap features that secure the tops of the two halves to each other.
7. Remove the trim cover halves from around the seat belt and retractor (2).
8. Loosen and move aside the front (5) and rear (4) scuff plates from the door sill far enough to access the retractor mounting bracket. «(Refer to REMOVAL)»(ref-247640-S02434714432007020100000) .
9. Disconnect the body wire harness connector (3) from the seat belt tensioner initiator on the retractor (1).
10. Remove the two screws (2) that secure the retractor mounting bracket to the floor panel inboard of the door sill (4).
11. Using a trim stick or another suitable wide flat-bladed tool, gently pry the edges of the upper door striker trim cover (3) away from the headliner (2) far enough to disengage the two snap clips that secure it to the upper roof rail (1).
12. Remove the two screws (2) that secure the seat belt turning loop and height adjuster (3) bracket to the upper roof rail (1).
13. Remove the front seat belt and retractor from the vehicle as a unit.

FRONT OUTBOARD - QUAD CAB

Note. The following procedure is for replacement of a faulty or damaged seat belt and retractor unit. The front retractor also includes a seat belt tensioner. If the front seat belt or retractor is faulty or damaged, but the seat belt tensioner is not deployed, review the recommended procedures for handling non-deployed supplemental restraints. Refer to HANDLING NON-DEPLOYED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS . If the seat belt tensioner has been deployed, review the recommended procedures for service after a supplemental restraint deployment before removing the unit from the vehicle. Refer to SERVICE AFTER A SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT DEPLOYMENT .

Scheme 70

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Scheme 72

1. Adjust the front seat to its most forward position for easiest access to the front seat belt (1) lower anchor and the B-pillar trim.
2. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge before further service.
3. Remove the screw (3) that secures the lower anchor to the outboard side of the front seat cushion frame (2).
4. Unsnap the trim cover (4) from the front seat belt (6) turning loop and discard.
5. Remove the screw (5) that secures the seat belt turning loop to the height adjuster (2) on the upper B-pillar (1).
6. Remove the seat belt turning loop from the height adjuster.
7. Remove the upper trim (3) from the inside of the B-pillar.
8. Remove the lower trim (3) from the inside of the B-pillar (1).
9. Disconnect the body wire harness connector (6) from the seat belt tensioner initiator on the retractor (7).
10. Disengage the two clips that secure the belt web guide (2) to the B-pillar.
11. Remove the screw (4) that secures the upper retractor bracket to the B-pillar.
12. Remove the screw (5) that secures the lower retractor bracket to the B-pillar.
13. Disengage the tabs on the retractor bracket from the holes in the inner B-pillar.
14. Remove the front seat belt and retractor from the B-pillar as a unit.

REAR OUTBOARD - CLUB CAB

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Scheme 74

1. Unsnap the trim cover (4) from the rear seat belt turning loop (3) and discard.
2. Remove the screw (5) that secures the seat belt turning loop to the upper C-pillar (1).
3. Remove the seat belt turning loop from the C-pillar.
4. Remove the upper trim (2) from the inside of the C-pillar. «(Refer to REMOVAL)»(ref-247640-S23437178482007020100000) .
5. Loosen and move the lower trim (7) away from the inside of the C-pillar far enough to access the lower seat belt anchor. «(Refer to REMOVAL)»(ref-247640-S23437178482007020100000) .
6. Remove the screw (6) that secures the lower anchor to the floor panel near the base of the C-pillar.
7. Disengage the seat belt, lower anchor, latch plate and turning loop from the clearance holes in the lower C-pillar trim and set the lower C-pillar trim aside.
8. Remove the screw (2) that secures the retractor (1) to the inner C-pillar (3).
9. Lift the retractor upward far enough to disengage the tab on the back of the retractor from the T-slot in the inner C-pillar.
10. Remove the rear seat belt and retractor from the vehicle as a unit.

REAR OUTBOARD - QUAD CAB

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Scheme 76

1. Unsnap the trim cover (5) from the rear seat belt turning loop (4) and discard.
2. Remove the screw (6) that secures the seat belt turning loop to the upper C-pillar (1).
3. Remove the seat belt turning loop from the C-pillar.
4. Remove the upper trim (2) from the inside of the C-pillar. «(Refer to REMOVAL)»(ref-247640-S23437178482007020100000) .
5. Loosen and move the lower trim (3) away from the inside of the C-pillar far enough to access the lower seat belt anchor. «(Refer to REMOVAL)»(ref-247640-S23437178482007020100000) .
6. Remove the screw (8) that secures the lower anchor near the base of the inner C-pillar.
7. Disengage the seat belt, lower anchor, latch plate (7) and turning loop from the clearance holes in the lower C-pillar trim and set the lower C-pillar trim aside.
8. Remove the screw (3) that secures the retractor (2) to the inner C-pillar (1).
9. Lift the retractor upward far enough to disengage the tab on the back of the retractor from the T-slot in the inner C-pillar.
10. Remove the rear seat belt and retractor from the vehicle as a unit.

REAR CENTER - QUAD CAB

Note. The following procedure is for replacement of a faulty or damaged seat belt and retractor unit. The front retractor also includes a seat belt tensioner. If the front seat belt or retractor is faulty or damaged, but the seat belt tensioner is not deployed, review the recommended procedures for handling non-deployed supplemental restraints. Refer to HANDLING NON-DEPLOYED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS . If the seat belt tensioner has been deployed, review the recommended procedures for service after a supplemental restraint deployment before removing the unit from the vehicle. Refer to SERVICE AFTER A SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT DEPLOYMENT .

1. Position the seat belt turning loop and height adjuster (3) bracket to the mounting holes in the upper roof rail (1).
2. Install and tighten the two screws (2) that secure the seat belt turning loop and height adjuster bracket to the upper roof rail. Tighten the screws to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
3. Position the trim cover (3) to the headliner (2) opening around the door striker and the seat belt turning loop adjuster bracket on the upper roof rail (1).
4. Using hand pressure, press firmly and evenly on the trim cover until the two snap clips that secure it to the upper roof rail snap into place.
5. Position the retractor (1) mounting bracket to the mounting holes in the floor panel inboard of the door sill (4). Be certain that the seat belt webbing between the retractor and the turning loop is not twisted.
6. Install and tighten the two screws (2) that secure the retractor bracket to the floor panel. Tighten the screws to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
7. Reconnect the body wire harness connector (3) to the seat belt tensioner initiator on the retractor.
8. Restore the front (5) and rear (4) scuff plates to the door sill over the retractor mounting bracket. «(Refer to INSTALLATION)»(ref-247640-S14738561142007020100000) .
9. Position the inboard (1) and outboard (3) trim cover halves around the seat belt and retractor (2) with the lower end spread open far enough to engage the snap features that secure the tops of the two halves to each other.
10. Close the lower ends of the trim cover halves together.
11. Using hand pressure, push the trim cover (1) down over the retractor (3) far enough to engage the two locator pins in the top of the inboard cover half with the locator holes in the top of the retractor.
12. Reinstall the two plastic push-pin retainers (2) that secure the trim cover to the retractor.
13. Position the seat belt (1) lower anchor to the mounting hole on the outboard side of the front seat cushion frame (3). Be certain that the seat belt webbing between the turning loop and the lower anchor is not twisted.
14. Install and tighten the screw (4) that secures the lower anchor to the seat. Tighten the screw to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
15. Do not reconnect the battery negative cable at this time. The supplemental restraint system verification test procedure should be performed following service of any supplemental restraint system component. Refer to «SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-247645-S32370674682007020100000) .

Note. The following procedure is for replacement of a faulty or damaged seat belt and retractor unit. The front retractor also includes a seat belt tensioner. If the front seat belt or retractor is faulty or damaged, but the seat belt tensioner is not deployed, review the recommended procedures for handling non-deployed supplemental restraints. Refer to HANDLING NON-DEPLOYED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS . If the seat belt tensioner has been deployed, review the recommended procedures for service after a supplemental restraint deployment before removing the unit from the vehicle. Refer to SERVICE AFTER A SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT DEPLOYMENT .

1. Position the front seat belt and retractor (7) to the inner B-pillar (1) as a unit. Be certain to engage the tabs on the retractor bracket into the holes in the B-pillar.
2. Loosely install the screw (5) that secures the lower retractor bracket to the B-pillar.
3. Install and tighten the screw (4) that secures the upper retractor bracket to the B-pillar. Tighten the screw to 3 N.m (25 in. lbs.).
4. Tighten the screw that secures the lower retractor bracket to the B-pillar. Tighten the screw to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
5. Position the belt web guide (2) to the B-pillar and use hand pressure to press it firmly and evenly until the two clips that secure it snap into place.
6. Reconnect the body wire harness connector (6) to the seat belt tensioner initiator on the retractor.
7. Reinstall the lower trim (3) onto the inside of the B-pillar.
8. Reinstall the upper trim (3) onto the inside of the B-pillar (1).
9. Position the seat belt (6) turning loop onto the height adjuster (2) on the upper B-pillar.
10. Install and tighten the screw (5) that secures the turning loop to the height adjuster. Tighten the screw to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
11. Engage the upper edge of a new trim cover (4) over the top of the turning loop. Then squeeze the lower end of the trim cover and the turning loop together firmly and evenly until the engagement tabs of the trim cover snap into the slots of the turning loop.
12. Position the seat belt (1) lower anchor to the mounting hole on the outboard side of the front seat cushion frame (2). Be certain that the seat belt webbing between the turning loop and the lower anchor is not twisted.
13. Install and tighten the screw (3) that secures the lower anchor to the seat. Tighten the screw to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
14. Do not reconnect the battery negative cable at this time. The supplemental restraint system verification test procedure should be performed following service of any supplemental restraint system component. Refer to «SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-247645-S32370674682007020100000) .

1. Position the rear seat belt and retractor (1) to the inner C-pillar (3).
2. Engage the tab on the back of the retractor into the T-slot in the inner C-pillar.
3. Install and tighten the screw (2) that secures the retractor to the inner C-pillar. Tighten the screw to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
4. Route the seat belt, lower anchor, latch plate and turning loop (3) through the clearance holes in the lower C-pillar trim (7). Be certain that the seat belt webbing between the retractor and the lower anchor is not twisted.
5. Position the seat belt lower anchor to the mounting hole in the floor panel near the base of the C-pillar.
6. Install and tighten the screw (6) that secures the lower anchor to the floor panel. Tighten the screw to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
7. Reinstall the lower trim onto the inside of the C-pillar. «(Refer to INSTALLATION)»(ref-247640-S07870098322007020100000) .
8. Reinstall the upper trim (2) onto the inside of the C-pillar. «(Refer to INSTALLATION)»(ref-247640-S07870098322007020100000) .
9. Position the seat belt turning loop to the mounting hole in the upper C-pillar.
10. Install and tighten the screw (5) that secures the seat belt turning loop to the C-pillar. Tighten the screw to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
11. Engage the upper edge of a new trim cover (4) over the top of the turning loop. Then squeeze the lower end of the trim cover and the turning loop together firmly and evenly until the engagement tabs of the trim cover snap into the slots of the turning loop.

1. Position the rear seat belt and retractor (2) to the inner C-pillar (1).
2. Engage the tab on the back of the retractor into the T-slot in the inner C-pillar.
3. Install and tighten the screw (3) that secures the retractor to the inner C-pillar. Tighten the screw to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
4. Route the seat belt, lower anchor, latch plate (7) and turning loop (3) through the clearance holes in the lower C-pillar trim (3). Be certain that the seat belt webbing between the retractor and the lower anchor is not twisted.
5. Position the seat belt lower anchor to the mounting hole near the base of the inner C-pillar (1).
6. Install and tighten the screw (8) that secures the lower anchor to the inner C-pillar. Tighten the screw to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
7. Reinstall the lower trim onto the inside of the C-pillar. «(Refer to INSTALLATION)»(ref-247640-S07870098322007020100000) .
8. Reinstall the upper trim (2) onto the inside of the C-pillar. «(Refer to INSTALLATION)»(ref-247640-S07870098322007020100000) .
9. Position the seat belt turning loop to the mounting hole in the upper C-pillar.
10. Install and tighten the screw (6) that secures the seat belt turning loop to the C-pillar. Tighten the screw to 39 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
11. Engage the upper edge of a new trim cover (5) over the top of the turning loop. Then squeeze the lower end of the trim cover and the turning loop together firmly and evenly until the engagement tabs of the trim cover snap into the slots of the turning loop.

SEAT BELT SWITCH

Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector repair procedures, details of wire harness routing and retention, connector pin-out information and location views for the various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds.

1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Disconnect the seat belt switch pigtail wire connector from the seat wire harness connector for the seat belt switch beneath the driver side front seat cushion forward of the seat belt buckle-half anchor. Check for continuity between the seat belt switch sense circuit and the ground circuit cavities of the seat belt switch pigtail wire connector. There should be continuity with the seat belt buckled, and no continuity with the seat belt unbuckled. If OK, go to step 2 . If not OK, replace the faulty front seat belt buckle-half assembly.
2. Check for continuity between the ground circuit cavity in the seat wire harness connector for the seat belt switch and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to step 3 . If not OK, repair the open ground circuit to ground (G301) as required.
3. Remove the instrument cluster from the instrument panel. Check for continuity between the seat belt switch sense circuit cavity of the seat wire harness connector for the seat belt switch and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to step 4 . If not OK, repair the shorted seat belt switch sense circuit between the seat belt switch and the instrument cluster as required.
4. Check for continuity between the seat belt switch sense circuit cavities of the seat wire harness connector for the seat belt switch and the instrument panel wire harness connector for the instrument cluster. There should be continuity. If OK, test and replace the faulty instrument cluster as required. «(Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)»(ref-247657-S01968529482007020100000) . If not OK, repair the open seat belt switch sense circuit between the seat belt switch and the instrument cluster as required.