Sportage 2WD 4Dr L4-2.0L (2000)
Seat Belt Buckle: Service and Repair
Rear Buckle Assembly
2 Door
Rear Buckle Assembly (2 Door)
Removal
1. Pull seat belts to the rear through the seats.
2. Slide the front seats forward(if not removed).
3. Pull the lock knobs and fold the rear seat down.
4. Rotate the seat forward.
5. Remove one bolt from the rear buckle assembly.
Installation
1. Install mounting bolts through the bracket.
Tighten bolt to 54 lb-ft (73 N.m)
2. Feed buckle between the seat back and the cushion without any twists.
3. Place the rear seat as usual.