Repair Procedures: Replacement

1. Remove the front seat assembly.

   (Refer to Front Seat - "FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY ")

2. Disconnect the front seat belt buckle connector wiring (A).
   Fig 1: Locating Front Seat Belt Buckle Connector Wiring

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3. After loosening the mounting bolt, remove the front seat belt buckle (A).

   Tightening torque: 

   39.2 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)

   Fig 2: Locating Front Seat Belt Buckle With Mounting Bolt

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4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Information 

Make sure that the connectors are plugged in properly.