Econoline E350 1 Ton V8-7.3L DSL Turbo VIN F (1998)
2. Drill out the internal threads in the seat belt anchor plate with a 27/64-inch drill.
3. Rethread the anchor plate with a 1/2-13 tap (seat belt).
4. Blow out the chips.
5. Install the safety belt component(s).
Parts Replacement Chart
6. Install a new bolt as specified in the Parts Replacement Chart.
7. Tighten the bolt(s) to 34-46 N.m (25-34 Lb/Ft).
Seat Belt Without Anchor Plate Thread Damage
Missing Weld Nut- Upper B-Pillar
1. Remove the interior trim panel to expose the suspect anchor point.
2. Determine if the weld nut only or the weld nut and reinforcement and weld nut are missing. If it is determined that the reinforcement is missing,
install a reinforcement. To install a missing weld nut only, proceed to Step 3.
3. Obtain a M12 weld nut, and a standard washer.
4. Drill out two 8 mm (5/16 in) diameter holes adjacent to the clearance hole.
5. Obtain a length of copper welding wire and feed through clearance hole in door frame opening until it becomes visible at the access hole.
6. Pull wire through so that it may be secured to the weld nut and washer.
7. Pull wire back up to the weld nut clearance hole.
8. Hold weld nut securely in place and using Rotunda MIG Wire Feed Welder 106-00053 or equivalent, plug weld the nut in place at the two 8 mm
(5/16 in) diameter holes previously drilled.
9. Metal finish as required.
10. Verify the nut is securely in place.
Missing Weld Nut - Lower B-Pillar
1. Remove the interior trim panel to expose the suspect anchor point.
2. Obtain a M12 weld nut.
3. Drill two 8 mm (5/16 in) diameter holes adjacent to the clearance hole.
4. Align weld nut with the clearance hole using a piece of round stock.
5. Secure in place and using Rotunda MIG Wire Feed Welder 106-00053 or equivalent, plug weld at the two 8 mm (5/16 in) diameter holes
previously drilled.
6. Metal finish as required.
