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pbsmooth57
6/27/2007 3:00:31 PM
how do you replace seatbelts in a 2002 elantra..?  dealer wants me to pay beaucoup bucks to replace driver side assembly..is it easy for the mechanically ignorant?
Doohickie
6/28/2007 7:34:37 AM
Yes, just simple bolts.  You also have to take out some of the trim pieces, but I can help you out with that; I've done that before.  I would recommend buying or borrowing a torque wrench and making sure the bolts are tightened to the proper torque.  I bet most of the cost is the parts themselves.  You'll save the labor money doing it yourself, but if you are buying new belts it's still going to be a significant expense.
 
Why do the belts need to be replaced?
pbsmooth57
6/28/2007 2:30:17 PM
thank you for your rapid reply.  one sunday morning the driver's side belt just stopped retracting.  i know i am a big guy, but i've never had that problem before.

thanx
Doohickie
6/29/2007 5:23:34 PM
There are two things you need to know if you want to do it yourself:
 
1. How to get the trim off to remove the belt.  It's really easy and I can help you with that.
 
2. Make sure the bolts that hold the belt in are torqued properly; remember, your life may depend on it! 
 
Let me know if you need help with this.
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