Fusion FWD V6-3.0L (2009)
WARNING: Never probe the electrical connectors on safety belt buckle/retractor pretensioners or adaptive load limiting retractors. Failure to
follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of the safety belt pretensioners or adaptive load limiting retractors, which
increases the risk of serious personal injury or death.
NOTE: The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the correct Restraints Control Module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition is ON.
NOTE: The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
1. Depower the SRS. Refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General Procedures portion of Air Bag
Systems.
2. NOTE: Inspect the D-ring cover for damage. If the cover is damaged or does not remain attached, install a new D-ring cover.
Remove the D-ring cover.
3. Remove the bolt and D-ring.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
4. Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.
5. Remove the safety belt retractor anchor.
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For passenger seat, remove the seat side shield cover.
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Remove the bolt and safety belt retractor anchor.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
6. Disconnect the electrical connector.
7. Remove the upper bolt.
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To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
8. Remove the lower bolt and safety belt retractor and pretensioner.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
9. NOTE: Before installation, make sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted and the safety belts and buckles are accessible to the occupants.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
10. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General
Procedures portion of Air Bag Systems.
11. Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to the appropriate Functional Test procedure in Safety
Belt System See: Testing and Inspection.
