Mariner 4WD L4-2.3L VIN Z (2005)
assemblies (slide bar), if equipped, shoulder belt height adjusters, if equipped, child safety seat tether bracket assemblies, if equipped, and attaching
hardware should be inspected after any collision. Ford recommends new safety belt assemblies be installed unless a qualified technician finds the
assemblies show no damage and operate correctly. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and new assemblies
installed if either damage or incorrect operation is noted.
The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) feature of the safety belt retractor must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the ALR feature for a
child seat is functioning properly, in addition to other checks for proper safety belt system function. A belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the
safety belt assembly's "automatic locking retractor" feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when inspected according to the
functional inspection procedures. Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.
1. Remove the 60 percent seat backrest.
2. Remove the bolt and the LH riser bracket.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
3. Remove the bolt and the RH riser bracket.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
4. Remove the head restraints.
5. Remove the 2 screws and the latch cover.
6. Remove the 2 seat latch release cover screws.
7. Remove the seat latch release lever.
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Detach the latch rod from the seat latch release lever.
2
Remove the seat latch release lever.
8. Remove the 2 screws and the safety belt shield.
9. Release the backrest trim cover J-clip.
