Tribute ES 4WD V6-3.0L DOHC (2002)
Seat Belt: Removal and Replacement
Safety Belt - Center, Rear
SAFETY BELT - CENTER, REAR
Removal And Installation
WARNING: All safety belt assemblies including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle support assemblies (slide bar), shoulder belt height
adjusters (if so equipped), child safety seat tether attachments, and attaching hardware should be inspected after any collision. All belt
assemblies should be replaced unless a qualified technician finds the assemblies show no damage and operate properly. Belt assemblies not in
use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is
WARNING: If the side air bag sensor is subjected to shock or the sensor is disassembled, the side air bag module may operate (deploy)
suddenly and cause injury, or it may fail to operate normally and cause a serious accident. Do not subject the side air bag sensor to shock or
disassemble the sensor.
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. For additional information, refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT.
2. Remove the safety belt. For additional inflation, refer to SAFETY BELT BUCKLE - CENTER AND PASSENGER SIDE, REAR.
Safety Belt With Anchor Plate Thread Damage
SAFETY 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 anchor plate with a 10.7 mm (27/64 in) drill.
3. Rethread the anchor plate with a 1/2 - 13 tap (seat belt).
4. Clean out the chips.
5. Install the attachment parts. Original parts are to be replaced with the repair parts indicated in the Safety Belt Parts Replacement Guidelines.
6. When repairing a multiple belt and attachment, install the nut to the bolt in the tunnel area from the underside of the floorpan.