GM 88957875
Buckle End

Seat belts following a collision need careful examination before conducting safety-related repairs. All seat belts systems that experience collision-triggered automatic system deployments must receive new replacements. All passenger seat restraints for adults must be replaced along with systems that secure child restraints and infant carriers and booster seats that utilize the LATCH system and top tether anchorages. The replacement process for seat belt systems must include all components including adult seat belts as well as built-in child restraints and LATCH system elements and their components. A seat belt system requires replacement when either the "REPLACE" or "CAUTION" words appear or a yellow tag exists yet ignoring visible child seat warnings does not mandate a new seat belt installation. A seat belt system replacement must be finished when any uncertainty about its condition emerges and includes all belt-based child seat accessories. All components of a seat belt system in collision-damaged vehicles must receive complete replacement because the buckle along with the guide and retractor assembly need replacement together. The seat belt system does not require replacement from minor collisions unless evidence shows torn, worn or damaged areas in its components.

No, the entire seat belt system must be replaced.

Only the specified seat belt components from the GM parts catalog should be used to prevent personal injury.

No, do not replace it in that case.

Replacement may not be necessary unless parts are visibly damaged.

Only the specified seat belt components from the GM parts catalog should be used to prevent personal injury.

Verify that the seat belt latch is fully seated in the buckle and retained until purposely released to avoid personal injury.

It should be replaced, including all associated components for adult and child restraints.

Install the nut to the seat belt retractor and tighten it to 52 N.m (38 lb ft).

Install the seat belt latch assembly to the center front seat and secure it with the seat belt latch bolt, also tightening it to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).

Remove the seat belt guide cover, the rear seat armrest, and release the J-Clip from under the center armrest.

It is crucial to ensure safety.

Attach the seat belt buckle assembly to the center front seat, ensuring to follow the Fastener Notice in Service Precautions, and then install the seat belt buckle bolt, tightening it to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).