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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the air bag screw cover from the garnish molding.

  2. Object Number: 1203627  Size: SH
  3. Remove the screw from the garnish molding (1).
  4. Remove the side door garnish molding by pulling the panel from the locator holes.
  5. Remove the seat belt guide from the garnish molding.
  6. Remove the seat belt anchor bolt. Refer to Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - No. 1 Rear .
  7. Slide the seat belt through the garnish molding.
  8. Remove the garnish molding.

Installation Procedure

  1. Insert the seat belt through the garnish molding.
  2. Insert the seat belt guide into the garnish molding.

  3. Object Number: 1203627  Size: SH
  4. Align the retainers on the side door garnish molding (1) with the holes in the body pillar.
  5. Push the panel inward in order to secure the retainers.
  6. Install the seat belt anchor bolt. Refer to Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - No. 1 Rear .
  7. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  8. Install the garnish molding screw.
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  10. Install the air bag screw cover.