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Seat Belt Tensioner: Service and Repair

PRETENSIONER SEAT BELT

REMOVAL




1. Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.

CAUTION: Wait at least 3 minutes.




2. Remove the door scuff trim.




3. Remove the quarter trim after removing seat belt lower anchor bolt.
4. Remove the upper anchor plate cover and upper anchor plate.




5. Remove the lower anchor plate and front seat belt.

CAUTION:
1. Never attempt to disassemble or repair the BPT
2. Do not drop the BPT or allow contact with water, grease, oil. Replace it it a dent, crack, deformation or rust are detected.
3. Do not place anything on the BPT
4. Do not expose the BPT to temperature over 93° C(20° F).
5. BPT functions one time only. Be sure to replace the BPT after it is deployed.
6. Be sure to wear gloves and safety goggles when handling the deployed BPT