Escort L4-116 1.9L SOHC HO (1989)
Seat Belt: Service and Repair
Service Procedures
Belt Replacement With Anchor Plate Thread Damage
1. Remove broken or stripped bolt and discard.
2. Drill out internal threads in safety belt anchor plate with a 27/64-inch drill.
3. Rethread anchor plate with a 1/2-13 tap.
4. Blow out chips.
5. Install attachment parts in proper sequence. Tighten replacement bolt to specifications. Original parts are to be replaced with the service parts
indicated in safety belt parts replacement chart. Unless specified in the chart, use original parts.
Before installing the new safety belt assembly, safety belt attaching areas must be inspected for damage and distortion. If the attaching points are
damaged and distorted, the sheet metal must be worked back to its original shape and structural integrity.
Install new safety belt(s) using the appropriate instructions. Perform Functional Test Procedure. See: Testing and Inspection
Belt Replacement Without Anchor Plate Thread Damage
1. Remove damaged bolt from anchor reinforcement and discard.
2. Install a new bolt. Tighten to 30-43 Nm (22-32 lb-ft).
3. Install attachment parts in proper sequence. Tighten replacement bolt to specifications. Original parts are to be replaced with specified service
parts.
Before installing the new safety belt assembly, safety belt attaching areas must be inspected for damage and distortion. If the attaching points are
damaged and distorted, the sheet metal must be worked back to its original shape and structural integrity.
Install new safety belt(s) using the appropriate instructions. Perform Functional Test Procedure. See: Testing and Inspection
