Kia Niro: Rear Seat Belt / Rear Seat Belt Retractor Repair procedures

Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Rear Seat Belt / Rear Seat Belt Retractor Repair procedures

Replacement

When installing the belt, be careful not to damage the retractor.

1.	Remove the rear pillar trim. (Refer to Interior Trim - "Rear Pillar Trim")

Remove the rear seat belt upper anchor (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.

Tightening torque :

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

Remove the rear seat belt retractor (A) after loosening the mounting bolt.

Tightening torque :

Lower : 39.2 - 53.9 N·m (4.0 - 5.5 kgf·m, 28.8 - 39.8 lb·ft)

Upper : 7.8 - 11.8 N·m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf·m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb·ft)

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.

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

Rear Seat Belt Retractor Components and components location

Component Location 1. Rear seat belt retractor ...

Rear Center Seat Belt Retractor Components and components location

Component Location 1. Rear center seat belt retractor ...

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