GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the body side upper garnish molding. Refer to Body Side Rear Upper Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  2. Remove the body side lower garnish molding. Refer to Body Side Rear Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  3. Remove the body side trim panel. Refer to Body Side Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side in Interior Trim.

  4. Object Number: 158310  Size: SH
  5. Remove the upper seat belt guide retaining bolt from the seat belt guide.
  6. Remove the upper seat belt guide from the vehicle.

  7. Object Number: 158314  Size: SH
  8. Remove the seat belt retractor retaining bolt from the vehicle.
  9. Remove the seat belt retractor from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 158314  Size: SH
  1. Install the seat belt retractor to the vehicle.
  2. 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.

  3. Install the seat belt retractor retaining bolt to the vehicle.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the seat belt retractor retaining bolt to 52 N·m (38 lb ft).


    Object Number: 158310  Size: SH
  5. Install the seat belt guide to the vehicle.
  6. Install the seat belt guide retaining bolt to the vehicle.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the seat belt guide retaining bolt to 52 N·m (38 lb ft).

  8. Install the body side trim panel. Refer to Body Side Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side in Interior Trim.
  9. Install the body side lower garnish molding. Refer to Body Side Rear Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  10. Install the body side upper garnish molding. Refer to Body Side Rear Upper Garnish Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.