OEM 2001 Cadillac DeVille Seat Motor

2001 Cadillac DeVille Seat Motor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Front Seat Recliner Seat Motor on 2001 Cadillac DeVille?

  A: The replacement process for the front seat recliner actuator motor starts with removing the front bucket seat. The first step is to take off the seat back trim cover before removing a push pin retainer at the edge of the lower seat belt retractor trim cover . The operator should release the rear part of the lower seat belt retractor trim cover before taking it out. Clear away space between the recliner motor and recliner sensor by removing the recliner shaft from the recliner motor's end and moving it beyond the motor at the outboard side through the removal of the recliner motor's retainer clip. The procedure begins by removing the recliner motor and recliner sensor electrical connector under the seat while also freeing up the recliner sensor from the motor if included. The fastener from the recliner motor must be removed before taking the motor out of the seat back frame. Reinstall the recliner motor on the seat back frame by inserting the fastener which must be tightened to 9 N.m (80 lb in). The recliner motor electrical connector should be connected at this stage and the recliner sensor should be installed onto the motor if memory seats are present. Send the recliner shaft backwards through the recliner sensor when present as well as through the recliner motor after which connect the recliner sensor electrical connector if needed. After installing the retaining clip to the recliner shaft you should place on the seat back trim cover. To finish the installation you should join the push pin fastener to the lower seat belt retractor trim cover before placing the front bucket seat in its original position. Finally, calibrate the seat.