Child Restraint Tether Anchor Replacement

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Child Restraint Tether Anchor Replacement
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Removal Procedure

  1. Fig 1: View Of Child Restraint Tether Brackets
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    Remove the rear shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

  2. Slide the sound barrier out from under the upper quarter panel trim.
  3. Pull the sound barrier forward to access the tether bolts.
  4. Remove the child seat tether bracket to rear shelf bolts.
  5. Remove the child seat tether brackets from the rear shelf.

Installation Procedure

    Fig 2: View Of Child Restraint Tether Brackets
    GM604202Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the child seat tether brackets to the slots in the rear shelf.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the child seat tether bracket to rear shelf bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the child seat tether bracket to rear shelf bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  4. Push the sound barrier back into its original position.
  5. Install the rear shelf trim panel. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
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