Thunderbird V6-232 3.8L SC (1989)
(Refer to Figures 3 and 4)
1.
Remove the safety belt D-ring cover.
2.
Using Seat Belt Bolt Bit No. T77L-2100-A, or equivalent, remove the bolt retaining the safety belt and D-ring to the "B" pillar assembly.
3.
Remove the rear screw retaining the door scuff plate to the floor sill.
4.
Remove the two (2) screws retaining the lower quarter trim panel to the body quarter side assembly and remove the panel.
5.
Remove the quarter trim finish panel and rear speaker cover assembly. (The speaker cover is retained by locator tabs at the top and snap-on type
fasteners at the bottom.)
6.
Remove the four (4) screws retaining the rear speaker to the body and remove the rear speaker.
7.
Remove the two (2) screws retaining the upper quarter trim panel to the body.
8.
Remove the coat hook attaching screw and the coat hook.
9.
Remove the front seat shoulder strap guide bezel.
10.
Disengage the quarter trim panel.
11.
Disconnect the electrical wiring connector from the rear courtesy lamp.
Safety Belt and Retractor Assembly Removal
(Refer to Figure 4)
1.
Using Seat Belt Bolt Bit No. T77L-2100-A, or equivalent, remove the lower bolt retaining the safety belt anchor to the floor sill assembly.
2.
Slide the safety belt through the slot in the upper trim panel.
3.
Remove the bolt retaining the safety belt retractor assembly to the "B" pillar assembly.
4.
From inside the vehicle, rotate the comfort regulator housing and remove it front the "B" pillar. Refer to Figure 4 and View A.
5.
Remove the safety belt and retractor assembly from vehicle.
Safety Belt and Retractor Assembly Installation
(Refer To Figures 3 and 5)
1.
Install the safety belt and retractor assembly. Make sure the belt webbing is not twisted.
2.
Install the bolt retaining the safety belt retractor assembly to the "B" pillar assembly. Torque the bolt to 30-43 N-m (22-32 Lb.-Ft.).
