OPEL FRONTERA 1998 Workshop Manual

SEAT BELT SYSTEM 9A–1
RESTRAINTS
CONTENTS
SEAT BELT SYSTEM
CONTENTS
Seat Belt System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–1
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) . . . . . 9J–1Restraint Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9J1–1
Service Precaution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–1
Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–2
Front Seat Belt and Associated Parts
(Long Wheel Base) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–2
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–2
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–3
Front Seat Belt and Associated Parts
(Short Wheel Base) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–4
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–4
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–5
Rear Seat Belt and Associated Parts
(Long Wheel Base) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–6
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–6
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–6
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–7
Rear Seat Belt and Associated Parts
(Short Wheel Base) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–8
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–8
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–9
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–9
Third Seat Belt and Associated Parts
(Long Wheel Base) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–10
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–10
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–11
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–11Front Seat Buckle Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–12
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–12
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–12
Front Seat Buckle Assembly (W/Pretensioner) 9A–12
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–12
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–12
Rear Center Seat Belt Buckle Assembly . . . 9A–13
Rear Center Seat Belt Buckle Assembly
and Associated Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–13
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–13
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–13
Third Seat Belt Buckle and Lock Assembly . 9A–14
Third Seat Belt Buckle and Lock Assembly
and Associated Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–14
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–14
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–14
Rear Seat Lock Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–15
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–15
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–15
Rear Seat Lock Assembly (Bench Type) . . . 9A–15
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–15
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–15
Rear Seat Strikers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–16
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–16
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–16
Third Seat Striker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–16
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–16
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–16
Main Data and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A–17
Service Precaution
WARNING: THIS VEHICLE HAS A SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS). REFER TO THE SRS
COMPONENT AND WIRING LOCATION VIEW IN
ORDER TO DETERMINE WHETHER YOU ARE
PERFORMING SERVICE ON OR NEAR THE SRS
COMPONENTS OR THE SRS WIRING. WHEN YOU
ARE PERFORMING SERVICE ON OR NEAR THE SRS
COMPONENTS OR THE SRS WIRING, REFER TO
THE SRS SERVICE INFORMATION. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN POSSIBLE
AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, PERSONAL INJURY, OR
OTHERWISE UNNEEDED SRS SYSTEM REPAIRS.CAUTION: Always use the correct fastener in the
proper location. When you replace a fastener, use
ONLY the exact part number for that application.
ISUZU will call out those fasteners that require a
replacement after removal. ISUZU will also call out
the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread
sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not
use supplemental coatings (Paints, greases, or other
corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or
fasteners joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings
adversely affect the fastener torque and the joint
clamping force, and may damage the fasteners.
When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening
sequence and specifications. Following these
instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and
systems.

9A–2 SEAT BELT SYSTEM
Legend
(1) Center Pillar Upper Trim Cover
(2) Adjust Shoulder Anchor Assembly/Seat Belt
Anchor Plate
(3) Center Pillar
(4) Dust Cover
(5) Retractor(6) Anchor Bolt (Lower)
(7) Door Sill Plate (Front & Rear)
(8) Center Pillar Lower Trim Cover
(9) Front Seat Belt Assembly
(10) Front Seat Belt Anchor Bolt Cover and Anchor
Bolt
Seat Belt
Front Seat Belt and Associated Parts (Long Wheel Base)
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Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the door sill plate (Front & Rear).
3. Remove the center pillar lower trim cover.
4. Remove the front seat belt anchor bolt cover and
anchor bolt (Upper Side).
Refer to Center Pillar and Roof Side Trim Cover in
Exterior/Interior Trim section.
5. Remove the seat belt lower anchor bolt and screw,
and then remove the front seat belt.
6. Remove the adjust shoulder anchor assembly/seat
belt anchor plate.
Refer to Center Pillar and Roof Side Trim Cover in
Exterior/Interior Trim section.
Inspection
If any of the following abnormalities is found, replace on
an assembly basis;
Deform and malfunction of adjustable shoulder
anchor/seat belt anchor plate.
No smooth move of upper/lower anchors in the
circumferential direction.
Damaged and/or deformed through ring.
Damaged and/or deformed tongue.
Damaged and/or frayed of webbing.
Deformed retractor bracket.
Seat belt not rewound up.
Resistance or abnormal sound when seat belt is
wound out and rewound.
Retractor abnormality.

SEAT BELT SYSTEM 9A–3
Inspection of retractor
1. ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor) lock inclining
angle check.
When the retractor is moved gently from its installing
position, make sure it is not locked within 15° in any
directions, and it remains locked at 45° or larger.
2. ELR lock check.
When the seat belt is drawn slowly with the retractor
installed, make sure it is not locked. And when it is
drawn quickly, make sure it is locked.
3. ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor)/ELR check
(Except for driver’s seat).
When rewound after winding out the seat belt, make
sure the seat belt cannot be taken out. After
rewinding, make sure it has returned to its normal
operation.
CAUTION: Do not disassemble the retractor.
Installation
To install, follow the removal steps in the reverse order,
noting the following points;
1. Pass the seat belt through the lower trim cover hole,
and tighten the seat belt anchor bolts to the specified
torque.
Torque: 39 Nꞏm (4.0 kgꞏm/29 lb ft)
2. After installing the trim cover to the body panel
securely, close the lower trim cover.

9A–4 SEAT BELT SYSTEM
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Legend
(1) Quarter Upper Trim Cover
(2) Front Seat Belt Anchor Bolt Cover and Anchor
Bolt (Upper Side)
(3) Adjust Shoulder Anchor Assembly/Seat Belt
Anchor Plate(4) Front Seat Belt Assembly
(5) Retractor
(6) Dust Cover
(7) Anchor Bolt (Lower)
(8) Luggage Side Trim Cover
(9) Rear End Floor Trim Cover
Front Seat Belt and Associated Parts (Short Wheel Base)
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Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the rear end floor trim cover.
3. Remove the luggage side trim cover.
Refer to Luggage Side and Quarter Upper Trim
Panel removal steps in Exterior/Interior Trim
section.
4. Remove the front seat belt anchor bolt cover and
anchor bolt (Upper Side).
5. Remove the seat belt lower anchor bolt and the
retractor and then remove the front seat belt.
6. Remove the adjust shoulder anchor assembly/seat
belt anchor plate.
Refer to Luggage Side and Quarter Upper Trim
Cover remove steps in Exterior/Interior Trim
section.
Inspection
If any of the following abnormalities is found, replace on
an assembly basis;
Deform and malfunction of adjustable shoulder
anchor/seat belt anchor plate.
No smooth move of upper/lower anchors in the
circumferential direction.
Damaged and/or deformed through ring.
Damaged and/or deformed tongue.
Damaged and/or frayed of webbing.
Deformed retractor bracket.
Seat belt not rewound up.
Resistance or abnormal sound when seat belt is
wound out and rewound.
Retractor abnormality.

SEAT BELT SYSTEM 9A–5
Inspection of retractor
1. ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor) lock inclining
angle check.
When the retractor is moved gently from its installing
position, make sure it is not locked within 15° in any
directions, and it remains locked at 45° or larger.
2. ELR lock check.
When the seat belt is drawn slowly with the retractor
installed, make sure it is not locked. And when it is
drawn quickly, make sure it is locked.
3. ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor)/ELR check
(Except for driver’s seat).
When rewound after winding out the seat belt, make
sure the seat belt cannot be taken out. After
rewinding, make sure it has returned to its normal
operation.
CAUTION: Do not disassemble the retractor.
Installation
To install, follow the removal steps in the reverse order,
noting the following points;
1. Pass the seat belt through the lower trim cover hole,
and tighten the seat belt anchor bolts to the specified
torque.
Torque: 39 Nꞏm (4.0 kgꞏm/29 lb ft)
2. After installing the trim cover to the body panel
securely, close the lower trim cover.

9A–6 SEAT BELT SYSTEM
760RS006
Legend
(1) Rear Seat Belt Anchor Bolt Cover and Anchor
Bolt (Upper Side)
(2) Quarter Upper Trim Cover
(3) Rear Seat Belt Assembly(4) Dust Cover
(5) Retractor
(6) Anchor Bolt (Lower Side)
(7) Luggage Side Trim Cover
(8) Rear End Floor Trim Cover
Rear Seat Belt and Associated Parts (Long Wheel Base)
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Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the rear end floor trim cover.
3. Remove the luggage side trim cover.
Refer to Luggage Side and Quarter Upper Trim
Panel removal steps in Exterior/Interior Trim
section.
4. Remove the rear seat belt anchor bolt cover and
anchor bolt (Upper Side).
5. Remove the seat belt lower anchor bolt and remove
the retractor from dust cover slit to remove the rear
seat belt.
Inspection
If any of the following abnormalities is found, replace on
an assembly basis;
No smooth move of upper/lower anchors in the
circumferential direction.
Damaged and/or deformed through ring.
Damaged and/or deformed tongue.
Damaged and/or frayed of webbing.
Deformed retractor bracket.
Seat belt not rewound up.
Resistance or abnormal sound when seat belt is
wound out and rewound.
Retractor abnormality.

SEAT BELT SYSTEM 9A–7
Inspection of retractor
1. ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor) lock inclining
angle check.
When the retractor is moved gently from its installing
position, make sure it is not locked within 15° in any
directions, and it remains locked at 45° or larger.
2. ELR lock check.
When the seat belt is drawn slowly with the retractor
installed, make sure it is not locked. And when it is
drawn quickly, make sure it is locked.
3. ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor)/ELR check
(Except for driver’s seat).
When rewound after winding out the seat belt, make
sure the seat belt cannot be taken out. After
rewinding, make sure it has returned to its normal
operation.
CAUTION: Do not disassemble the retractor.
Installation
To install, follow the removal steps in the reverse order,
noting the following point.
1. Tighten the seat belt anchor bolts to the specified
torque.
Torque: 39 Nꞏm (4.0 kgꞏm/29 lb ft)

9A–8 SEAT BELT SYSTEM
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Legend
(1) Rear Seat Belt Upper Anchor Bolt Cover and
Anchor Bolt
(2) Quarter Upper Trim Cover
(3) Dust Cover
(4) Retractor(5) Rear Seat Belt Lower Anchor Bolt Cover and
Anchor Bolt
(6) Luggage Side Trim Cover
(7) Rear End Floor Trim Cover
(8) Rear Seat Belt Assembly
Rear Seat Belt and Associated Parts (Short Wheel Base)
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Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the rear seat belt lower anchor bolt cover (1)
and anchor bolt (2).1
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SEAT BELT SYSTEM 9A–9
3. Remove the rear end floor trim cover.
4. Remove the luggage side trim cover.
Refer to Luggage Side and Quarter Upper Trim
Panel removal steps in Exterior/Interior Trim
section.
5. Remove the rear seat belt upper anchor bolt cover (1)
and anchor bolt.6. Remove the rear seat belt assembly.
Remove the seat belt lower anchor bolt and screw.
Remove the retractor from the dust cover slit.
Inspection
If any of the following abnormalities is found, replace on
an assembly basis;
No smooth move of upper/lower anchors in the
circumferential direction.
Damaged and/or deformed through ring.
Damaged and/or deformed tongue.
Damaged and/or frayed of webbing.
Deformed retractor bracket.
Seat belt not rewound up.
Resistance or abnormal sound when seat belt is
wound out and rewound.
Retractor abnormality.
Inspection of retractor
1. ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor) lock inclining
angle check.
When the retractor is moved gently from its installing
position, make sure it is not locked within 15° in any
directions, and it remains locked at 45° or larger.
2. ELR lock check.
When the seat belt is drawn slowly with the retractor
installed, make sure it is not locked. And when it is
drawn quickly, make sure it is locked.
3. ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor)/ELR check
(Except for driver’s seat).
When rewound after winding out the seat belt, make
sure the seat belt cannot be taken out. After
rewinding, make sure it has returned to its normal
operation.
CAUTION: Do not disassemble the retractor.
Installation
To install, follow the removal steps in the reverse order,
noting the following point.
1. Be sure to install the lower side anchor plate straight
horizontally, with mounting hole of the plate at the
center.
2. Tighten the seat belt anchor bolts to the specified
torque.
Torque: 39 Nꞏm (4.0 kgꞏm/29 lb ft)
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9A–10 SEAT BELT SYSTEM
Third Seat Belt and Associated Parts (Long Wheel Base)
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Legend
(1) Third Seat Belt Upper Anchor Bolt Cover and
Anchor Bolt
(2) Third Seat Belt Assembly
(3) Dust Cover(4) Retractor
(5) Luggage Side Trim Cover
(6) Third Seat Belt Lower Anchor Bolt Cover and
Anchor Bolt
(7) Rear End Floor Trim Cover
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the rear end floor trim cover.
3. Remove the luggage side trim cover.
Refer to Luggage Side and Quarter Upper Trim
Panel removal steps in Exterior/Interior Trim
section.
4. Remove the third seat belt anchor bolt cover and
anchor bolt (Upper Side).
5. Remove the seat belt lower anchor bolt and remove
the retractor from dust cover slit to remove the third
seat belt.
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