Ford Fusion: Seatbelt Systems / Rear Seatbelt Buckle LH. Removal and Installation

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Remove the rear seat cushion.
   Refer to: Rear Seat Cushion (501-10B Rear Seats, Removal and Installation).
   

1. 1. Detach and disconnect the LH rear seatbelt buckle electrical connector.
      
   2. Remove the bolt and position the LH rear seatbelt buckle aside.
      Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

1. 
   Remove the rear LH seatbelt buckle.
   
   1. Remove the bolt retainer and discard.
      
   2. Remove the bolt.
      

Installation

1. NOTE: During installation, make sure the seatbelt webbing is not twisted and the seatbelts and buckles are accessible to the occupants.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Check the seatbelt system for correct operation.
   Refer to: Seatbelt Systems (501-20A Seatbelt Systems, Diagnosis and Testing).