Seat Belt Anti-Rotation Tab - Modification

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NO.: 23-14-91

GROUP: BODY

DATE: Nov. 18, 1991


MODELS:

1984-1990 S-AS Caravan/Grand Caravan, Voyager/Grand Voyager/Town & Country


DISCUSSION:

On the listed models, when the first rear seat is removed from the vehicle and the second rear seat is moved forward, it is possible for passengers to come in contact with the tip of the right outboard seat belt assembly when entering the vehicle. To prevent contact with the outboard belt when entering the vehicle, the belt assembly can be removed and the anti-rotation tab bent so the belt assembly swings freely. This modification will allow the seat belt assembly to rotate toward the floor allowing entry without contacting the tip of the belt.

CAUTION: OWNERS WHO HAVE THIS SERVICE PERFORMED ON THEIR VEHICLE SHOULD BE ADVISED THAT THE MODIFIED SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE HELD VERTICALLY WHEN INSTALLING THE SEAT IN THE SECOND REAR SEAT POSITION.


REPAIR PROCEDURE:

Figure 1:

This procedure involves bending the anti-rotation tab in the right outboard seat belt assembly on the rear seat.

1. Remove the right outboard seat belt assembly from the second rear seat assembly.

2. Bend the anti-rotation tab inward so the belt assembly will rotate freely (Figure 1).


3. Install the belt, tightening the retaining bolt to 350 in.lbs. (28 N-m) torque.


POLICY: Information only.