Shoulder Safety Belt Height Adjuster With Stripped Weld Nuts

D-Ring Installation Kit:

Special Tool(s) Required

1. Remove the shoulder safety belt height adjuster.




2. Use the half-inch drill provided in the D-Ring Installation Kit to drill out the damaged threads in the upper pillar structure.




3. Apply a suitable lubricant to the M14 x 1.5 tap provided in the D-Ring Installation Kit, and tap new threads.

NOTE: After each rotation, back off the tap slightly to remove new cuttings and be sure to blow out any chips before proceeding.




4. Use a threaded insert (part no. N807170-S190) provided in the D-Ring Installation Kit and screw it into the retapped hole until it is slightly below the surface.




5. Use a hammer to lightly tap the installation tool provided in the D-Ring Installation Kit several times to seat the insert keys.

NOTE: Drive keys on the insert will act as an automatic stop.

6. Install the shoulder safety belt height adjuster.

NOTE: If the shoulder safety belt height adjuster retaining bolts are stripped, replace the shoulder safety belt height adjuster and retaining bolts.