Seat Belt Systems: Description and Operation

SAFETY BELT SYSTEM

When replacing any active occupant restraint components, use only the replacement parts specified in the Ford Customer Service Division Master Parts Catalog.

The active restraint system consists of the following:
- Front row safety belt buckles and pretensioners, attached to the inboard side of the seats.
- Driver safety belt retractor pretensioner (Escape Hybrid).
- Front row safety belt retractors, located behind the lower B-pillar trim panels.
- Second row outboard safety belt retractors, located behind the rear quarter trim panels.
- Second row 60/40 seat center safety belt retractor and LH safety belt buckle assembly integrated into the 60 percent seat back.
- Second row dual safety belt buckle assembly for the 60/40 seat attached to the floor pan under the RH seat cushion.
- Second row lower anchors and tethers for children (LATCH) at all outboard seating positions, welded to the seat backrest frame.
- The child safety seat tether anchors are attached to the roof near the rear liftgate door.