Seat Belt Buckle
Note. Take care not to tear the seams or damage the seat covers.
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- Pull the rear seat up, and hold it with the strap.
- Detach the hooks (A) and clip, then remove the inner support cover (B).
- Remove the center anchor bolt (A), and pull the seat belt buckle (B) out, then remove it.
- Install the seat belt buckle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Apply liquid thread lock to the center anchor bolt before reinstallation. Make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat belt buckle. Assemble the washers on the center anchor bolt as shown. Center anchor bolt installation
In-vehicle
- Check that the seat belt is not twisted or caught on anything.
- After installing the anchors, check for free movement on the anchor bolts. If necessary, remove the anchor bolts and check that the washers and other parts are not damaged or improperly installed.
- Check the seat belts for damage or discoloration. Clean with a shop towel if necessary. Use only soap and water to clean. NOTE: Dirt build-up in the loops of the upper anchors can cause the seat belts to retract slowly. Wipe the inside of the loops with a clean cloth dampened in isopropyl alcohol.
- Check that the seat belt does not lock when pulled out slowly. The seat belt is designed to lock only during a sudden stop or impact.
- Make sure that the seat belt will retract automatically when released.
- For front and rear passenger's seat belts, check the seat belt retractor locking mechanism ALR (automatic locking retractor). This function is for securing child seats: 1 Pull the seat belt all the way out to engage the ALR. The seat belt should retract with a reattaching sound, but not extend. This is normal. 2 To disengage the ALR, release the seat belt and allow it to fully retract, then pull the seat belt out part-way. The seat belt should retract and extend normally.
- Replace the seat belt with a new assembly if there is any abnormality. Do not disassemble any part of the seat belt for any reason.