Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
1. Grasp belt webbing at the front safety belt guide.
2. Rotate and fold belt webbing over itself as required to remove the twist.
3. Feed the folded portion of the belt through the front safety belt guide.
4. Safety belt tongue should face outward when completed.
Front Safety Belt
NOTE: Seat Belt Bolt Bit T77L-2100-A (No. 50 TORX) should be used for removal and installation of all safety belt assemblies.
REMOVAL
1. Remove front seat shoulder strap guide cover.
2. Insert Seat Belt Bolt Bit T77L-2100-A (No. 50 TORX) and remove front safety belt guide anchor bolt.
3. Remove safety belt anchor-to-sill bolt and rubber washer.
4. Snap out front shoulder belt bezel from panel. Leave front shoulder belt bezel on front safety belt retractor and tongue assembly.
5. Remove panel.
6. Remove safety belt anchor and bezel through slot in panel.
7. Remove safety belt retractor bolt.
8. Remove outboard front safety belt retractor and tongue from vehicle.