F 250 4WD Pickup V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (1998)
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
1. Remove the damaged bolt for the anchor reinforcement and discard.
2. Install a new bolt with the same part number.
Missing Weld Nut And/or Front Seat Reinforcement At The Upper B-pillar
1. Remove the D-ring and 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 the B or C pillar safety belt anchor nuts or
reinforcements are stripped or missing, they should be replaced with a new nut or 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 the wire through so that it may be secured to the weld nut and washer
7. Pull the wire back up to the weld nut clearance hole.
8. Hold the weld nut securely in place. Use the MIG Wire Feed Welder 106-00053 to 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- Front Seat at the 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 the weld nut with the clearance hole using a piece of round stock.
5. Secure in place. Use MIG Wire Feed Welder 106-00053 to plug weld at the two 8 mm (5/16 in) diameter holes previously drilled.
6. Metal finish as required.
7. Verify the nut is securely in place.
Shoulder Safety Belt Height Adjuster With Stripped Weld Nuts
