Kia Sportage: Seat Belt Buckle Switch (BS): Repair procedures| Removal |
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Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work. |
| 2. |
Remove the front seat assembly. (Refer to the Body group- Front seat) |
| 3. |
Loosen the seat belt buckle mounting bolt and remove the seat belt buckle switch.
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| Installation |
Be sure to install the harness wires not to be pinched or interfered with other parts. |
| 1. |
Remove the ignition key from the vehicle. |
| 2. |
Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work. |
| 3. |
Install the seat belt buckle switch.
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| 4. |
Install the front seat assembly. . (Refer to the Body group- Front seat) |
| 5. |
Reconnect the battery negative cable. |
| 6. |
After installing the seat belt buckle switch, confirm proper system operation:
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