Sable V6-3.0L VIN U (1999)
Seat Belt Height Adjuster: Service and Repair
Shoulder Safety Belt Height Adjuster With Stripped Weld Nuts
1. With the B-pillar interior trim panel removed, drill out the damaged threads in the upper B-pillar structure using a 1/2 inch drill.
NOTE: If the two hex-head attaching bolts on the shoulder safety belt height adjuster are not stripped, install the shoulder safety belt height
adjuster to the body structure. If the front seat shoulder strap adjuster attaching bolts are stripped, replace the shoulder safety belt height adjuster
and install it to the body structure.
2. Apply a suitable lubricant to the threads of an M14 x 1.5 tap and tap new threads.
3. Select a thread inserts and hand-screw it into the retapped hole until it is slightly below the surface of the hole.
NOTE:
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After each rotation, back tap off slightly to remove new cuttings and be sure to blow out any chips before performing Step 3.
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The drive kees on the insert will act as an automatic stop.
