Other Name: Pretensioner - Seat Belt Retractor; Seat Belt Lap and Shoulder Belt, Front Right; Retractor Assembly
Manufacturer Note: (-S*)
Position: Front Passenger Side
Replaces: 8L8Z-78611B08-AA
Fits the following Mercury Models:
Mariner | 2008-2011 | Base, Hybrid, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
Q: How to Service and Repair the Rear Seat Belt and Retractor on Mercury Cougar?
A: Start the repair and servicing of the rear seat belt and retractor by removing the rear quarter panel. Unfasten the lower seat belt anchor together with the upper seat belt anchor by starting with the cover removal followed by Torx bolt removal. Lower the rear seat backrest until you can access the rear seat backrest release cover for removal to disconnect the release component from the structure of the body. The seat belt webbing needs to be detached from the C-pillar trim panel as the technician removes the seat belt retractor by unscrewing its bolt while gently lifting the retractor for the locating tangs to release. The seat belt assembly becomes removable after passing the seat belt webbing through an opening over the seat backrest latch mounting point. To reinstall the parts you should execute the removal steps in reverse order.
Q: What Actions Are Necessary for Seat Belt Assemblies After a Collision on Mercury Mariner?
A: All seat belt assemblies require examination following an accident because this includes retractors and buckles as well as front seat belt buckle support assemblies (slide bar) and shoulder belt height adjusters and child seat belt tether attachments and their attaching hardware. The assemblies require replacement unless a qualified technician verifies the parts sustain no damage while operating correctly. When inspecting the vehicle following a collision, check belt assemblies that stayed unused and change them if the inspector finds damage or operation problems. The examination of seat belts deserves regular evaluation to check damage prevention and operational fitness, especially when sensors indicate severe stresses occur. Inspection of the attaching areas for damage and distortion must happen before new seat belt installation. In case of damage discovery during the inspection, sheet metal restoration should be performed to restore original form and structural strength. The new seat belt installations need to happen according to relevant guidelines while functional checks take place afterwards.
Q: What Seat Belt Components Need Inspection and Replacement After a Collision on Mercury Grand Marquis?
A: The inspection of seat belts requires evaluation of retractors alongside buckles as well as front seat belt buckle support assemblies (slide bar) and shoulder belt height adjusters and child safety seat tether bracket assemblies and their attaching hardware after a collision. Installation of new belt assemblies becomes necessary except when an experienced professional confirms that existing assemblies remain undamaged and function properly. The inspection of unused belt assemblies should also take place along with new seat belt assembly installation when damage or incorrect operation becomes evident. A vehicle must receive new front passenger and driver seat belt systems that consist of belt assemblies, retractors, buckles, and adjusters after encountering a crash that activates both air bags and pretensioners. Earlier than adding a new seat belt assembly check both the attaching areas for damage along with distortion because any detected damage needs restoration until achieving original shape and structural integrity. Testing of new seat belt operation needs to be carried out after installation to verify proper functionality.