Hyundai Tucson: Front seat belt pretensioner

Component Location

1. Front seat belt pretensioner

Replacement

WARNING

When installing the belt, make sure not to damage the pretensioner.

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the center pillar upper trim.

   (Refer to Interior Trim - "Center Pillar Trim")

3. Loosen the mounting bolt and remove the front seat belt upper anchor (A).

Tightening torque : 39.2 - 53.9 N.m (4.0 - 5.5 kgf.m , 28.9 - 39.8 lb-ft)

4. Press the lock pin and separate the front seat belt pretensioner connector (A).

5. Loosen the mounting bolt and remove the front seat belt pretensioner (A).

Tightening torque : 39.2 - 53.9 N.m (4.0 - 5.5 kgf.m , 28.9 - 39.8 lb-ft)

6. To install, reverse removal procedure.

WARNING

• When installing the connector, be sure to insert it to the anchor pretensioner until "click" sound is heard and then check it for secure installation by pulling it.
• 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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