Mustang V8-4.6L DOHC (1996)
Retractor and Tongue, Convertible
Special Service Tools Desired
Seat Belt Bolt Bit (#50 Torx) .......................................................................................................................................................................... T77L-2100-A
REMOVAL
1. Position safety belt sill retractor trim cover out of the way.
2. Remove safety belt anchor-to-sill bolt and rubber washer.
3. Remove lower seat cushion and rear seat back cushion.
4. Remove quarter trim panel and unthread safety belt from slot in quarter trim panel.
5. Remove retractor retaining bolt and remove front safety belt retractor and tongue assembly.
6. If necessary, remove two bolts and one nut retaining upper front safety belt retractor bracket to quarter panel and remove bracket.
INSTALLATION
1. Install front safety belt retractor bracket, two bolts and one nut to quarter panel.
2. Position front safety belt retractor and tongue. Make sure safety belt webbing is not twisted. If it is remove the twist.
3. Install retractor retaining bolts. Tighten to 34-46 N.m (25-33 lb ft).
4. Thread safety belt through slot in quarter trim panel. Install quarter trim panel.
5. Install lower seat cushion and rear seat back cushion.
6. Install rubber washer and safety belt anchor-to-sill bolt. Tighten bolt to 34-46 Nm (25-33 lb ft).
7. Position safety belt sill retractor trim cover in installed position.
8. Check the restraint system for proper operation and perform a Functional Safety Test.
Outboard, Retractor and Tongue, Sedan-Coupe
Special Service Tools Desired
Seat Belt Bolt Bit (#50 Torx) .......................................................................................................................................................................... T77L-2100-A
