Safety Belt With Anchor Plate Thread Damage

The seat and shoulder safety belts are factory installed in their proper locations. If the belts are removed for any reason, they should be installed using proper service procedures. The 7/16-inch x 20 Torx(R) head anchor bolts must be hand started and then tighten to 30-40 Nm (22-30 lb-ft).

1. Remove broken or stripped bolt and discard.
2. Drill out the internal threads in safety belt anchor plate with a 27/64-inch drill (shoulder belt 13/32-inch drill.)
3. Re-thread anchor plate with a 1/2-13 tap (safety belt).
4. Blow out the chips.

Parts Replacement Chart:

5. Install attachment parts in proper sequence shown in the applicable illustration. Tighten the replacement bolt to 30-40 Nm (22-30 lb-ft). Original parts are to be replaced with service parts indicated in Parts Replacement Chart.
6. When servicing a multiple belt and attachment, install nut to the bolt in the tunnel area from the underside of the floorpan. Tighten to 30-40 Nm (22-30 lb-ft).