Thunderbird V6-232 3.8L SC (1989)
Seat Belt: Service and Repair
Passive Restraints (US Models)
Drive Belt
REMOVAL
1. Cycle the shoulder belt to the full forward position at the "A" pillar. Disengage the shoulder bell from the mini buckle.
2. Remove the rear seat cushion.
3. Remove the rear seat back.
4. Remove the "A" pillar and the quarter panel trim.
5. Disconnect the electrical connectors at the "A" pillar and "B" pillar limit switches.
6. Remove the upper bolt used to retain the vertical belt guide to the quarter inner panel.
7. Disengage the vertical belt guide at the "B" pillar bracket. Release tab.
8. Remove the two bolts retaining the track assembly to the "B" pillar.
9. Remove the sheet metal screw retaining the "A" pillar limit switch bracket to the "A" pillar.
10. While holding the track assembly securely, remove the two bolts retaining the track assembly to the roof rail.
11. Rotate the track assembly downward at the rear to disengage the "A" pillar limit switch bracket from the "A" pillar.
12. While holding the track assembly, rotate the thumb wheel on the motor counterclockwise to allow the tape to be disengaged from the motor's drive
gear.
13. Remove the track assembly from the vehicle.