F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
Seat Belt Height Adjuster: Service and Repair
Shoulder Safety Belt Height Adjuster With Stripped Weld Nuts
D-Ring Installation Kit
Special Tool(s)
1. Remove the upper and lower corner trim panels.
2. Use the half-inch drill provided in D-Ring Installation Kit 100-F012 (134-00018) or equivalent to drill out the damaged threads in the upper
B-pillar structure.
3. Apply a suitable lubricant to the M14x1.5 tap provided in D-Ring Installation Kit 100-F012 (134-00018) and tap new threads.
NOTE: After each rotation, back tap off slightly to remove new cuttings and be sure to clean out any chips before proceeding.
4. Use a threaded insert (N807170-5190) provided in D-Ring Installation Kit 100-F012 (134-00018) or equivalent and screw it into the retapped hole
until it is slightly below the surface of the hole.
5. Use a hammer to lightly tap the installation tool provided in D-Ring Installation Kit 100-F0 12 (134-00018) several times to drive down the insert
keys.
NOTE: If the two hex-head bolts on the front seat shoulder strap adjuster are not stripped, refer to Height Adjuster Shoulder Safety Belt to install
