Kia Carens: Front Seat Belt / Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Repair procedures

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Front Seat Belt / Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Repair procedures

Replacement

•	When installing the belt, make sure not to damage the pretensioner.

1.	Remove the center pillar upper trim. (Refer to Interior Trim - "Center Pillar Trim")

After loosening the mounting bolt, then remove the front seat belt upper anchor (A).

Tightening torque :

39.2 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 28.8 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)

After disconnecting the lock pin, remove the front seat belt pretensioner connector (A), loosen the mounting bolt, then remove the front seat belt pretensioner (B).

Tightening torque :

39.2 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 28.8 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.

•	Replace any damaged clips.

Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Components and components location

Component Location 1. Front seat belt pretensioner ...

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