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  Safety Belt Shoulder Height Adjuster With Stripped Weld Nuts  
 

D - Ring Installation Kit
  

SPECIAL TOOL(S)

  1. Remove the trim panels.

  

  1. Use the half-inch drill provided in D-Ring Installation Kit 100-F012 or equivalent to drill out the damaged threads in the upper B-pillar structure.

  

  1. Apply a suitable lubricant to the M14 x 1.5 tap provided in D-Ring Installation Kit 100-F012 and tap new threads.

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

  

  1. Use a threaded insert (N807170-S190) provided in D-Ring Installation Kit 100-F012 (134-00018) or equivalent and screw it into the retapped hole until it is slightly below the surface of the hole.

  

  1. Use a hammer to lightly tap the installation tool provided in D-Ring Installation Kit 100-F012 (134-00018) several times to drive down the insert keys.

NOTE: If the two hex-head bolts on the front seat shoulder strap adjuster are not stripped, refer to Seat Belt Height Adjuster to install the height adjuster to the body. If the front seat shoulder strap adjuster bolts are stripped, replace the adjuster.