FRONT BUCKLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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FRONT BUCKLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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  Warning

  • Handling the front buckle (pre-tensioner front buckle) improperly can accidentally deploy the pre-tensioner, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings and cautions before handling the front buckle. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.) (See SERVICE CAUTIONS.)

1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more.

3. Remove the front seat. (See FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

4. Detach the tab as shown in the figure and remove the connector from the front seat connector.

5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

1 | Screw
2 | Front buckle

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

7. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s and then goes out when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

  • If the air bag system warning light does not operate, refer to the on-board diagnostic system (air bag system) and perform inspection of the system.