Ford Escape: Seatbelt Systems / Removal and Installation - Front Seatbelt Buckle
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar.
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Remove the front seat.
Refer to: Front Seat (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the front seatbelt buckle.
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Detach the wiring harness retainers.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Remove the bolt.
Torque:
26 lb.ft (35 Nm)
Installation
NOTE:
During installation, make sure the seatbelt webbing is not
twisted and the seatbelts and buckles are accessible to the occupants.
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Check the seatbelt system for correct operation.
Refer to: Seatbelt System Functional Tests (501-20A Seatbelt Systems, General Procedures).
Adjustment
NOTE:
Typical D-ring shown, others similar.
If required, remove the necessary trim panel(s).
Fold the seatbelt as indicated...
Removal
WARNING:
The following procedure prescribes critical repair steps
required for correct restraint system operation during a crash. Follow
all notes and steps carefully...
Other information:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® A/C System Flushing SolventYN-23
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Flushing
NOTICE:
Use the Refrigerant Identification Equipment before
recovering any of the vehicle's refrigerant. Failure to do so puts the
shop's bulk refrigerant at risk of contamination...
What Is Temporary Neutral Mode
This mode keeps your vehicle in neutral
(N) when you switch your vehicle off. Use
this mode if you exit your vehicle or switch
your vehicle off at an automatic car wash.
Note: Do not tow your vehicle in this mode.
Note: Automatic return to park (P) is
delayed when your vehicle is in this mode...