Seat Belt Height Adjuster: Service and Repair: General Procedures

D - Ring Installation Kit:

SPECIAL TOOL(S)

1. Remove the shoulder safety belt height adjuster.







2. Use the half-inch drill with integral stop 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 M14x1.5 tap with integral stop provided in the D-Ring Installation Kit and tap new threads.

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







4. Use a threaded insert (Part of #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: If the two bolts on the height adjuster are not stripped. If the bolts are stripped, install a new height adjuster.