1998 DODGE RAM 1500 Driver seat

POWER MIRRORS
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POWER MIRRORS
DESCRIPTION.........................10
OPERATION...........................10
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER
MIRRORS...........................10
AUTOMATIC DAY / NIGHT MIRROR
DESCRIPTION.........................11
OPERATION...........................11
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AUTOMATIC DAY
/ NIGHT MIRROR......................11REMOVAL.............................12
POWER MIRROR SWITCH
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER MIRROR
SWITCH............................12
REMOVAL.............................12
SIDEVIEW MIRROR
REMOVAL.............................12
POWER MIRRORS
DESCRIPTION
AUTOMATIC DAY/NIGHT MIRROR
The automatic day/night mirror system is able to
automatically change the reflectance of the inside
rear view mirror in order to reduce the glare of head-
lamps approaching the vehicle from the rear. The
automatic day/night rear view mirror receives bat-
tery current through a fuse in the Integrated Power
Module (IPM) only when the ignition switch is in the
On position.
OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
The power operated outside rear view mirrors
allow the driver to adjust both outside mirrors elec-
trically from the driver side front seat position by
operating a switch on the driver side front door trim
panel. The power mirrors receive a non-switched bat-
tery feed through a fuse in the Integrated Power
Module (IPM) so that the system will remain opera-
tional, regardless of the ignition switch position.
OPERATION
AUTOMATIC DAY/NIGHT MIRROR
A switch located on the bottom of the automatic
day/night mirror housing allows the vehicle operator
to select whether the automatic dimming feature is
operational. When the automatic day/night mirror is
turned on, the mirror switch is lighted by an integral
Light-Emitting Diode (LED). The mirror will auto-
matically disable its self-dimming feature whenever
the vehicle is being driven in reverse.
OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
The heated mirrors include an electric heating grid
behind the mirror glass in each outside mirror, which
can clear the mirror glass of ice, snow, or fog. (Refer
to 8 - ELECTRICAL/HEATED MIRRORS -
DESCRIPTION) for more information.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER MIRRORS
WIRING VOLTAGE TEST
The following wiring test determines whether or
not voltage is continuous through the body harness
to switch.
(1) Remove the power mirror switch (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/DOOR MODULE -
REMOVAL).
(2) Disconnect wire harness connector from back of
power mirror switch.
(3) Connect the clip end of a 12 volt test light to
Pin 5 in the mirror switch harness connector. Touch
the test light probe to Pin 3.
If the test light illuminates, the wiring circuit
between the battery and switch is OK.
If the lamp does not illuminate, first check fuse in
the Integrated Power Module (IPM). If fuse is OK,
then check for a broken wire.
Refer to the appropriate wiring information.
POWER MIRROR MOTOR TEST
If the power mirror switch is receiving proper cur-
rent and ground and mirrors do not operate, proceed
with power mirror motor test. Refer to the appropri-
ate wiring information.
(1) Remove the power mirror switch (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/DOOR MODULE -
REMOVAL).
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POWER SEATS
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POWER SEATS
DESCRIPTION.........................13
OPERATION...........................13
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER SEAT
SYSTEM............................13
DRIVER SEAT SWITCH
DESCRIPTION.........................14
OPERATION...........................14
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DRIVER SEAT
SWITCH............................14
REMOVAL.............................15
INSTALLATION.........................15
PASSENGER SEAT SWITCH
DESCRIPTION.........................15
OPERATION...........................15
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - PASSENGER
SEAT SWITCH........................16REMOVAL.............................16
INSTALLATION.........................16
POWER SEAT TRACK
DESCRIPTION.........................16
OPERATION...........................16
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER SEAT
TRACK.............................17
REMOVAL.............................17
INSTALLATION.........................17
LUMBAR CONTROL SWITCH
DESCRIPTION.........................17
OPERATION...........................18
REMOVAL.............................18
LUMBAR MOTOR
DESCRIPTION.........................18
OPERATION...........................18
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - LUMBAR MOTOR . 18
POWER SEATS
DESCRIPTION
The power seat system option allows the driver or
passenger to electrically adjust the seat position for
optimum control and comfort using the power seat
switches located on the outboard seat cushion side
shield. The power seat system allows the seating
position to be adjusted forward, rearward, front up,
front down, rear up, or rear down. The power seat
system receives battery current through a fuse in the
Integrated Power Module, regardless of the ignition
switch position. The power seat system includes the
following components:
²Driver Power Seat Switch
²Passenger Power Seat Switch
²Driver Power Seat Track
²Passenger Power Seat Track
²Power Lumbar Adjuster(s)
Some models equipped with the power seat option
also feature a power operated lumbar support in the
seat back. The power lumbar support allows the user
to inflate or deflate a bladder located in the lower
seat back to achieve optimum comfort and support in
the lower lumbar region of the spinal column. The
power lumbar support shares the battery feed circuit
of the power seat system.
Following are general descriptions of the major
components in the power seat system. Refer to
Heated Seat Systemfor information on the individ-ually controlled heated front seats. Refer to the own-
er's manual in the vehicle glove box for more
information on the features, use and operation of the
power seat system.
OPERATION
The power seat system allows the driver and/or
front passenger seating positions to be adjusted elec-
trically and independently using the separate power
seat switches found on the outboard seat cushion
side shield of each front seat. See the owner's manual
in the vehicle glove box for more information on the
features, use and operation of the power seat system.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER SEAT
SYSTEM
Before any testing of the power seat system is
attempted, the battery should be fully-charged and
all wire harness connections and pins checked to
ensure proper continuity and grounds. For circuit
descriptions and diagrams, refer to Wiring Diagrams.
With the dome lamp on, apply the power seat
switch in the direction of the failure. If the dome
lamp dims, the seat may be jamming. Check under
and behind the seat for binding or obstructions. If
the dome lamp does not dim, proceed with testing of
the individual components and circuits.
DRPOWER SEATS 8N - 13

DRIVER SEAT SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The power seat on this model can be adjusted in
eight different directions, up, down, front up, front
down, rear up, rear down, rearward and forward.
The power seat switch (Fig. 1) on this model has an
additional switch knob for adjusting the power lum-
bar support. The power seat switch is located on the
outboard side of the seat cushion on the seat cushion
side shield. Refer to the owner's manual in the vehi-
cle glove box for more information on the power seat
switch functions and the seat adjusting procedures.
The individual switches in the power seat switch
assembly cannot be repaired. If one switch is dam-
aged or faulty, the entire power seat switch assembly
must be replaced.
OPERATION
When a power switch control knob or knobs are
actuated, a battery feed and a ground path are
applied through the switch contacts to the power seat
track or recliner adjuster motor. The selected
adjuster motor operates to move the seat track or
recliner through its drive unit in the selected direc-
tion until the switch is released, or until the travel
limit of the adjuster is reached. When the switch ismoved in the opposite direction, the battery feed and
ground path to the motor are reversed through the
switch contacts. This causes the adjuster motor to
run in the opposite direction.
No power seat switch should be held applied in any
direction after the adjuster has reached its travel
limit. The power seat adjuster motors each contain a
self-resetting circuit breaker to protect them from
overload. However, consecutive or frequent resetting
of the circuit breaker must not be allowed to con-
tinue, or the motor may be damaged.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DRIVER SEAT
SWITCH
For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to Wir-
ing.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the power seat switch from the power
seat.
(3) Use an ohmmeter to test the continuity of the
power seat switches in each position. See the Power
Seat Switch Continuity chart (Fig. 2). If OK, refer to
Power Seat Track Diagnosis and Testing in this
group. If not OK, replace the faulty power seat
switch.
DRIVER POWER SEAT SWITCH TEST TABLE
DRIVER SWITCH
POSITIONCONTINUITY BETWEEN
OFF B-N, B-J, B-M
B-E, B-L, B-K
VERTICAL UP A-E, A-M, B-N, B-J
VERTICAL DOWN A-J, A-N, B-M, B-E
Fig. 1 DR Power Seat Switch
1 - POWER SEAT SWITCH ASSEMBLY
2 - FRONT SEAT CUSHION ADJUSTMENT BUTTON
3 - COMPLETE SEAT ADJUSTMENT BUTTON
4 - REAR SEAT CUSHION ADJUSTMENT BUTTON
5 - LUMBAR ADJUSTMENT BUTTON
Fig. 2 Testing Driver Power Seat Switch
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DRIVER POWER SEAT SWITCH TEST TABLE
DRIVER SWITCH
POSITIONCONTINUITY BETWEEN
HORIZONTAL
FORWARDA-L, B-K
HORIZONTAL
REARWARDA-K, B-L
FRONT TILT UP A-M, B-N
FRONT TILT DOWN A-N, B-M
REAR TILT UP A-E, B-J
REAR TILT DOWN A-J, B-E
LUMBAR OFF O-P, O-R, P-R
LUMPAR UP (INFLATE) O-P, Q-R
LUMBAR DOWN
(DEFLATE)O-R, P-Q
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the seat cushion side shield from the
seat. Refer to the Body section of the service manual
for the procedure.
(3) Pull the switch bezel or side shield unit out
from the seat far enough to access the switch wire
harness connector. Gently pry the locking tabs of the
switch away from the wire harness connector and
carefully unplug the connector from the power seat
switch module.
(4) Remove the screws that secure the power seat
switch.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the power seat switch on the seat
cushion side shield and install the screws that secure
the power seat switch to seat cushion side shield.
(2) Connect the electrical connector.
(3) Install the seat cushion side shield on the seat.
Refer to the Body section of the service manual for
the procedure.
(4) If equipped, install the screw that secures the
recliner lever to the recliner mechanism release shaft
on the outboard side of the front seat.
(5) Connect the battery negative cable.
PASSENGER SEAT SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The power seat on this model can be adjusted in
eight different directions, up, down, front up, front
down, rear up, rear down, rearward and forward.
The power seat switch (Fig. 3) on this model has an
additional switch knob for adjusting the power lum-bar support. The power seat switch is located on the
outboard side of the seat cushion on the seat cushion
side shield. Refer to the owner's manual in the vehi-
cle glove box for more information on the power seat
switch functions and the seat adjusting procedures.
The individual switches in the power seat switch
assembly cannot be repaired. If one switch is dam-
aged or faulty, the entire power seat switch assembly
must be replaced.
OPERATION
When a power switch control knob or knobs are
actuated, a battery feed and a ground path are
applied through the switch contacts to the power seat
track or recliner adjuster motor. The selected
adjuster motor operates to move the seat track or
recliner through its drive unit in the selected direc-
tion until the switch is released, or until the travel
limit of the adjuster is reached. When the switch is
moved in the opposite direction, the battery feed and
ground path to the motor are reversed through the
switch contacts. This causes the adjuster motor to
run in the opposite direction.
No power seat switch should be held applied in any
direction after the adjuster has reached its travel
limit. The power seat adjuster motors each contain a
self-resetting circuit breaker to protect them from
overload. However, consecutive or frequent resetting
of the circuit breaker must not be allowed to con-
tinue, or the motor may be damaged.
Fig. 3 DR Power Seat Switch
1 - POWER SEAT SWITCH ASSEMBLY
2 - FRONT SEAT CUSHION ADJUSTMENT BUTTON
3 - COMPLETE SEAT ADJUSTMENT BUTTON
4 - REAR SEAT CUSHION ADJUSTMENT BUTTON
5 - LUMBAR ADJUSTMENT BUTTON
DRPOWER SEATS 8N - 15
DRIVER SEAT SWITCH (Continued)

they can be operated in unison by selecting the
proper power seat switch functions, which will raise
or lower the entire seat assembly. The third motor is
the horizontal adjustment motor, which moves the
seat track in the forward and rearward directions.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER SEAT
TRACK
For complete power seat circuit descriptions and
diagrams, refer to Wiring Diagrams.
Operate the power seat switch to move all three
seat motors in each direction. The seat should move
in each of the selected directions. If the power seat
track fails to operate in only one direction, move the
seat track a short distance in the opposite direction
and test again to be certain that the track is not at
its travel limit. If the power seat track still fails to
operate in only one direction, refer to Diagnosis and
Testing of the Power Seat Switch in this section. If
the power seat track fails to operate in more than
one direction, proceed as follows:
(1) Check the power seat fuse in the power distri-
bution center. If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, replace
the faulty fuse.
(2) Remove the power seat switch from the seat.
Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit
cavity of the power seat switch wire harness connec-
tor. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open
circuit to the power distribution center as required.(3) Check for continuity between the ground cir-
cuit cavity of the power seat switch wire harness con-
nector and a good ground. There should be
continuity. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the
open circuit to ground as required.
(4) Test the power seat switch as described in this
group. If the switch tests OK, check the wire harness
between the power seat switch and the motor for
shorts or opens. If the circuits check OK, replace the
faulty power seat track (adjuster) assembly. If the
circuits are not OK, repair the wire harness as
required.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the appropriate seat from the vehicle.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/SEAT - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove the power seat switch from the seat.
Refer to the procedure in this section of the service
manual.
(3) Remove four seat track mounting nuts from
cushion pan.
(4) Disconnect the power seat electrical and
remove the seat track from the seat cushion.
(5) Remove the necessary components that must
be transferred to the replacement seat track (seat
belt buckles, wire harness, etc.).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the necessary components that must be
transferred to the replacement seat track (seat belt
buckles, wire harness, etc.).
(2) Position the seat track and install the retaining
nuts on the seat cushion pan studs. Torque the bolts
to 25 N´m.
(3) Route and connect the power seat electrical on
the seat track and cushion pan.
(4) Install the power seat switch on the seat. Refer
to the procedure in this section of the service man-
ual.
(5) Install the seat in the vehicle (Refer to 23 -
BODY/SEATS/SEAT - INSTALLATION).
(6) Connect the negative battery cable.
LUMBAR CONTROL SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The power lumbar seat option includes an electri-
cally operated lumbar support mechanism. A single
two-way momentary power lumbar switch is integral
with the power seat switches. The power lumbar
switch is secured to the back of the seat cushion side
shield with screws, and the switch paddle protrudes
through a hole to the outside of the shield. The
switch paddle is located in a shallow depression
molded into the outer surface of the seat cushion side
Fig. 5 DR Driver Power Seat Track
1 - POWER SEAT TRACK ASSEMBLY
2 - SEAT TRACK WIRE HARNESS
3 - SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES
DRPOWER SEATS 8N - 17
POWER SEAT TRACK (Continued)

shield that helps to shroud it from unintentional
actuation when entering or leaving the vehicle.
The power lumbar switches cannot be adjusted or
repaired and, if faulty or damaged, the seat switch
assembly must be replaced.
OPERATION
When the power lumbar switch paddle is actuated,
a battery feed and a ground path are applied through
the switch contacts to the power lumbar adjuster
motor. The motor operates to move the lumbar
adjuster through its drive unit in the selected direc-
tion until the switch is released, or until the travel
limit of the adjuster is reached. When the switch is
moved in the opposite direction, the battery feed and
ground path to the motor are reversed through the
switch contacts. This causes the motor to run in the
opposite direction.
The power lumbar switch should not be held
applied in either direction after the adjuster has
reached its travel limit. The power lumbar adjuster
motor contains a self-resetting circuit breaker to pro-
tect it from overload. However, consecutive or fre-
quent resetting of the circuit breaker must not be
allowed to continue, or the motor may be damaged.
REMOVAL
The power lumbar switch is integral with the other
power seat switches. Refer to the appropriate driver
or passenger power front seat switch removal and/or
installation procedure.
LUMBAR MOTOR
DESCRIPTION
The power lumbar seat option includes an electri-
cally operated lumbar support mechanism. The only
visible evidence of this option is the separate power
lumbar switch control paddle that is located on the
outboard seat cushion switch bezel, next to the other
power seat switch control knobs. The power lumbar
adjuster and motor are concealed beneath the seat
back trim cover and padding, where they are secured
to a molded plastic back panel and to the seat back
frame.
The power lumbar adjuster cannot be repaired, and
is serviced only as a unit with the seat back frame. If
the power lumbar adjuster or the seat back frame
are damaged or faulty, the entire seat back frame
unit must be replaced (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/
SEAT BACK - REMOVAL).
OPERATION
The power lumbar adjuster mechanism includes a
reversible electric motor that is secured to theinboard side of the seat back panel and is connected
to a worm-drive gearbox. The motor and gearbox
operate the lumbar adjuster mechanism in the center
of the seat back driving a nut up or down a fixed
drive screw. The action of this nut extends or con-
tracts the plastic lumbar support band. The more
this band is contracted, the more outward pressure is
applied against the center of the seat back padding,
providing additional lumbar support.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - LUMBAR MOTOR
Actuate the power lumbar switch to move the
power lumbar adjuster in each direction. The power
lumbar adjuster should move in both directions. It
should be noted that the power lumber adjuster nor-
mally operates very quietly and exhibits little visible
movement. If the power lumbar adjuster fails to oper-
ate in only one direction, move the adjuster a short
distance in the opposite direction and test again to be
certain that the adjuster is not at its travel limit. If
the power lumbar adjuster fails to operate in only
one direction, Test the appropriate power seat switch
as described in this group. If the power lumbar
adjuster fails to operate in either direction, perform
the following tests. For complete circuit diagrams,
refer toWiring.
(1) Check the power seat circuit breaker. If OK, go
to Step 2. If not OK, replace the faulty power seat
circuit breaker.
(2) Check for battery voltage at the power seat cir-
cuit breaker. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair
the open fused B(+) circuit to the fuse in the Inte-
grated Power Module as required.
(3) Remove the outboard seat cushion side shield
from the seat. Disconnect the seat wire harness con-
nector from the power lumbar switch connector
receptacle. Check for battery voltage at the fused
B(+) circuit cavity of the power seat wire harness
connector for the power lumbar switch. If OK, go to
Step 4. If not OK, repair the open fused B(+) circuit
to the power seat as required.
(4) Check for continuity between the ground cir-
cuit cavity of the power seat wire harness connector
for the power lumbar switch and a good ground.
There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not
OK, repair the open ground circuit to ground as
required.
(5) Test the power lumbar switch. . If the switch
tests OK, test the circuits of the power seat wire har-
ness between the power lumbar adjuster motor and
the power lumbar switch for shorts or opens. If the
circuits check OK, replace the faulty seat back frame
assembly. If the circuits are not OK, repair the power
seat wire harness as required.
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LUMBAR CONTROL SWITCH (Continued)

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RESTRAINTS
DESCRIPTION..........................2
OPERATION............................4
WARNING
WARNINGS - RESTRAINT SYSTEM........5
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM...................6
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - HANDLING
NON-DEPLOYED SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINTS.........................6
STANDARD PROCEDURE - SERVICE
AFTER A SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
DEPLOYMENT.........................7
STANDARD PROCEDURE - VERIFICATION
TEST................................9
ACM COVER
REMOVAL.............................10
INSTALLATION.........................10
AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE
DESCRIPTION.........................11
OPERATION...........................11
REMOVAL.............................12
INSTALLATION.........................13
AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR
DESCRIPTION.........................14
OPERATION...........................14
CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHOR
DESCRIPTION.........................15
OPERATION...........................17
REMOVAL.............................17
INSTALLATION.........................18
CLOCKSPRING
DESCRIPTION.........................18
OPERATION...........................19
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CLOCKSPRING
CENTERING.........................19
REMOVAL.............................20
INSTALLATION.........................21
DRIVER AIRBAG
DESCRIPTION.........................23
OPERATION...........................23
REMOVAL.............................24
DISASSEMBLY.........................25
ASSEMBLY............................26
INSTALLATION.........................28
FRONT CENTER SEAT BELT & RETRACTOR
REMOVAL.............................29
INSTALLATION.........................29FRONT CENTER SEAT BELT
REMOVAL.............................30
INSTALLATION.........................31
FRONT OUTBOARD SEAT BELT &
RETRACTOR
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - STANDARD CAB............32
REMOVAL - QUAD CAB................33
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - STANDARD CAB.........35
INSTALLATION - QUAD CAB.............36
FRONT OUTBOARD SEAT BELT BUCKLE
REMOVAL.............................37
INSTALLATION.........................38
PASSENGER AIRBAG
DESCRIPTION.........................39
OPERATION...........................40
REMOVAL.............................40
INSTALLATION.........................41
PASSENGER AIRBAG ON/OFF SWITCH
DESCRIPTION.........................42
OPERATION...........................43
REMOVAL.............................43
INSTALLATION.........................44
REAR CENTER SEAT BELT & RETRACTOR
REMOVAL.............................44
INSTALLATION.........................45
REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELT & RETRACTOR
REMOVAL.............................46
INSTALLATION.........................47
REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLE
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - CENTER & LEFT OUTBOARD . . 48
REMOVAL - CENTER ANCHOR & RIGHT
OUTBOARD..........................49
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - CENTER & LEFT
OUTBOARD..........................50
INSTALLATION - CENTER ANCHOR &
RIGHT OUTBOARD....................50
SEAT BELT SWITCH
DESCRIPTION.........................51
OPERATION...........................51
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SEAT BELT
SWITCH............................51
SEAT BELT TENSIONER
DESCRIPTION.........................52
OPERATION...........................53
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SEAT BELT TENSION REDUCER
DESCRIPTION.........................53
OPERATION...........................54
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SEAT BELT
TENSION REDUCER...................54
SEAT BELT TURNING LOOP ADJUSTER
REMOVAL.............................55
INSTALLATION.........................55
SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG
DESCRIPTION.........................56
OPERATION...........................56REMOVAL.............................57
INSTALLATION.........................58
SIDE IMPACT SENSOR
DESCRIPTION.........................59
OPERATION...........................59
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - STANDARD CAB............59
REMOVAL - QUAD CAB................60
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - STANDARD CAB.........61
INSTALLATION - QUAD CAB.............61
RESTRAINTS
DESCRIPTION
An occupant restraint system is standard factory-
installed safety equipment on this model. Available
occupant restraints for this model include both active
and passive types. Active restraints are those which
require the vehicle occupants to take some action to
employ, such as fastening a seat belt; while passive
restraints require no action by the vehicle occupants
to be employed (Fig. 1).
ACTIVE RESTRAINTS
The active restraints for this model include:
²Front Seat Belts- Both outboard front seating
positions are equipped with three-point seat belt sys-
tems employing a lower B-pillar mounted inertia
latch-type emergency locking retractor, height-adjust-
able upper B-pillar mounted turning loops, a fixed
lower seat belt anchor secured to the lower B-pillar
(standard cab) or floor panel adjacent to the B-pillar
(quad cab), and a traveling end-release seat belt
buckle secured to the inboard seat track. The driver
side retractor for standard cab models includes an
electrically actuated seat belt tension reducer. The
passenger side front seat retractor for all models is
also switchable from an emergency locking retractor
to an automatic locking retractor. The front seat belt
buckle for the driver side of all models includes an
integral seat belt switch that detects whether its seat
belt has been fastened. The center front seating posi-
tion for standard cab models is also equipped with a
three-point seat belt employing a floor panel
mounted inertia latch-type retractor, a routing
bracket and bezel near the top of the cab back panel,
and two fixed end-release buckles secured to the cen-
ter seat cushion frame. The center front seating posi-
tion for quad cab models is equipped with a fixed lap
belt and an end-release buckle secured to the center
seat cushion frame.
²Rear Seat Belts- All three rear seating posi-
tions are equipped with three-point seat belt sys-
tems. The outboard seating position belts employ a
lower C-pillar mounted inertia latch-type emergencylocking retractor, a fixed position upper C-pillar
mounted turning loop, and a fixed lower seat belt
anchor secured to the lower C-pillar. The rear seat
center seating position belt has a rear floor panel
mounted inertia latch-type emergency locking retrac-
tor and a routing bracket and bezel on the top of the
cab back panel. The end-release buckle units for the
right outboard seating position and the center seat-
ing position lower anchor are integral to the center
retractor mounting bracket on the rear floor panel.
The end-release buckle units for the center and left
outboard seating positions are individually secured to
the rear floor panel on models with the standard
equipment rear bench seat, or secured with the rear
seat mounting hardware on models with the optional
60/40 split rear bench seat.
²Child Restraint Anchors- All standard cab
models are equipped with two, fixed-position, child
seat upper tether anchors that are integral to the
upper cab back panel reinforcement and concealed
behind individual trim cover and bezel units that are
integral to the cab back trim panel. All quad cab
models are equipped with three child seat upper
tether anchor straps that are secured to the upper
cab back panel reinforcement, behind the upright
rear seat back. Two lower anchors are also provided
for the front outboard seating position of standard
cab models, and for each rear outboard seating posi-
tion on quad cab models. These lower anchors are
accessed from the front of the seat where the seat
back meets the seat cushion. The child seat tether
and lower anchors for the front seat are deleted on
quad cab models.
PASSIVE RESTRAINTS
The passive restraints available for this model
include the following:
²Dual Front Airbags- Multistage driver and
front passenger airbags are available for this model.
This airbag system is a passive, inflatable, Supple-
mental Restraint System (SRS) and vehicles with
this equipment can be readily identified by the ªSRS
- AIRBAGº logo molded into the driver airbag trim
cover in the center of the steering wheel and also
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