Kia Forte: Front Seat Belt / Front Seat Belt Pretensioner

Kia Forte 2019-2024 (BD) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Front Seat Belt / Front Seat Belt Pretensioner

Components and components location

Component Location

1. 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 front belt upper anchor mounting bolt, remove the front belt upper anchor (A).

Tightening torque :

39.2 - 53.9 N·m (4.0 - 5.5 Kgf·m, 28.8 - 39.8 lb·ft)

Disconnect the connector (A) and then remove the front seat belt pretensioner (B) after loosening the mounting bolt.

Tightening torque :

39.2 - 53.9 N·m (4.0 - 5.5 Kgf·m, 28.8 - 39.8 lb·ft)

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

•	After installing the front seat belt retractor, check that the air bag warning indicator illuminates for about 6 seconds when the ignition is ON and then goes out.

•	Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.

•	Replace any damaged clips (or pin - type retainers).

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