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Safety Belt With Anchor Plate Thread Damage

1. Remove the broken or stripped bolt and discard.
2. Drill out the internal threads in the seat belt anchor plate with a 27/64-inch drill.
3. Rethread the anchor plate with a 1/2-13 tap (seat belt).
4. Blow out the chips.
5. Install the safety belt component(s).

Parts Replacement Chart:




6. Install a new bolt as specified in the Parts Replacement Chart.
7. Tighten the bolt(s) to 34-46 N.m (25-34 Lb/Ft).