Mark VIII V8-4.6L DOHC (1996)
Seat Belt With Anchor Plate Thread Damage
1. Remove the broken or stripped bolt and discard.
2. Drill out the internal threads in the safety belt anchorage plate with a 27/64-inch drill.
3. Rethread the anchorage plate with a 1/2-13 tap.
4. Blow out the chips.
5. Install the attachment parts in the proper sequence. Refer to applicable illustrations under Removal and Installation. Install new bolt and hand
tighten. Original parts are to be replaced with the service parts.
Seat Belt Without Anchor Plate Thread Damage
1. Remove the damaged bolt from the anchor reinforcement and discard.
2. Install a new bolt and hand tighten. Tighten to 30-40 N.m (22-30 lb-ft).