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.

1. Remove the upper B-pillar trim panel.
   Refer to: B-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the bolt and position the front seatbelt retractor and pretensioner D-ring aside.
   Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

1. 
   Remove the seatbelt shoulder height adjuster.
   
   1. Remove the bolt.
      Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)
   2. 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.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Check the seatbelt system for correct operation.
   Refer to: Seatbelt System Functional Tests (501-20A Seatbelt Systems, General Procedures).