Ford Escape: Seatbelt Systems / Removal and Installation - Seatbelt Shoulder Height Adjuster
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
Driver side shown, passenger side similar.
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Remove the upper B-pillar trim panel.
Refer to: B-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the bolt and position the front seatbelt retractor and pretensioner D-ring aside.
Torque:
26 lb.ft (35 Nm)
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Remove the seatbelt shoulder height adjuster.
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Remove the bolt.
Torque:
22 lb.ft (30 Nm)
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Position the seatbelt shoulder height adjuster up and out.
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).
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:
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Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Disconnect the stoplamp switch electrical connector.
NOTICE:
Do not press, pull or otherwise move the brake pedal
while installing the stoplamp switch and cruise control deactivation
switch. Install these switches with the booster push rod attached to the
brake pedal a..