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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2002 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Restraints 🢒 Seat Belts 🢒 Seat Belt Retractor Replacement - Right Front

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the trim panel from the lower center pillar. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

    2. Object Number: 608211 Size: SH
  2. Remove the anchor bolt from the front seat belt.

    3. Object Number: 608299 Size: SH
  3. Remove the shoulder belt guide cover.
  4. Remove the shoulder belt guide bolt.
  5. Remove the shoulder belt guide.

    6. Object Number: 608310 Size: SH
  6. Remove the seat belt guide clip. Squeeze the guide clip from both sides in order to release the retainers.

    7. Object Number: 608217 Size: SH
  7. Remove the seat belt retractor bolt.
  8. Pull the retractor upward in order to disengage the retractor.

    9. Object Number: 608315 Size: SH
  9. Remove the seat belt retractor assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 608315 Size: SH

    Important: Remove any twists in the seat belt webbing before final assembly.

  1. Install the seat belt retractor assembly.

    2. Object Number: 608217 Size: SH
  2. Insert the top of the retractor into the mounting slots and pull downward.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the seat belt retractor bolt.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).


    Object Number: 608310 Size: SH
  4. Install the seat belt guide clip. Ensure that the unit locks into position.

    5. Object Number: 608299 Size: SH
  5. Install the shoulder belt guide.
  6. Install the shoulder belt guide bolt.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).


    Object Number: 608211 Size: SH
  7. Install the seat belt anchor bolt.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  8. Install the shoulder belt guide cover.
  9. Inspect the seat belt assembly for proper operation. Refer to Operational and Functional Checks .
  10. Install the trim panel to the lower center pillar. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.