Mustang Cobra V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI (1997)
4. Install rear seat shoulder belt retractor cover.
5. Install rear quarter trim panel.
6. Install rear seat cushion and rear seat back.
7. Check restraint system for proper operation and perform Functional Test Procedure.
Seat Belt With Anchor Plate Thread Damage
Seat and shoulder safety belts are factory-installed in their proper locations. If the belts are removed for any reason, they should be installed as shown in
Removal and Installation. The 7/16 x 20 safety seat belt Torx head anchor bolts should be hand started and then tightened to 34-46 Nm (25-33 lb ft).
1. Remove the broken or stripped bolt and discard.
2. Drill out the internal threads in the safety belt anchor plate with a 27/64-inch drill.
3. Rethread the anchor plate with a 1/2-13 tap.
4. Blow out the chips.
Parts Replacement Chart (Typical)
5. Install the attachment parts in the applicable sequence. Tighten the replacement bolt to 34-46 Nm (25-33 lb-ft). Replace original parts with the
service parts indicated in the safety belt parts replacement chart at the end of this section. Unless specified in the chart, use original parts.
Seat Belt Without Anchor Plate Thread Damage
Seat and shoulder safety belts are factory-installed in their proper locations. If the belts are removed for any reason, they should be installed as shown in
Removal and Installation. The 7/16 x 20 safety seat belt Torx head anchor bolts should be hand started and then tightened to 34-46 Nm (25-33 lb ft).
1. Remove the damaged bolt from the anchor reinforcement and discard.
