Q: How to Service and Repair the Seat Motor on Cadillac CTS?
A: Following the needful precautions, the first step in replacing the horizontal seat adjuster motor is to disable the SIR system. Take off the seat cushion to get access to the motor and then unplug the electrical connectors from the motor. Unscrew the fastener securing the adjuster motor, and vacate the seat adjuster drive cable out of the motor before removing the same, including the motor. Additionally, remove the short drive cable from the seat adjuster. For installation insert the short drive cable into the seat adjuster with the square end lined up to the motor, moving the motor over the cable. Now, attach the long drive cable into the motor and then into the seat adjuster, making sure that the cables go all the way in. Secure the motor with retaining screws, tighten them 5 N.m (44 lb in) at the least, and reconnect the electrical connectors. Lastly, reinstall the seat cushion and turn the SIR system on. In the event that the vehicle has memories seats, the seat should be adjusted.
Q: How to replace the Seat Motor on Cadillac DeVille?
A: Before replacing the seat adjuster motor, deactivate the SIR system. Then, take away the seat from the car and disconnect the seat cushion to reach the seat adjuster motors. Select which of the two motors requires replacement. In the example provided by the user, it is noted that one is labeled as motor A and the other as motor B. These labels do not always specify the purpose of the motors, so it would be wise to check the latter by measuring the amperage and voltage of each (Fig. 7, Fig. 8) or by noting the performance of each motor over standard load conditions. The motor that performs more poorly or draws more current and power is the motor that would require replacement. the rear vertical adjuster motor , rear vertical adjuster motor , front vertical adjuster motor , front vertical adjuster motor , or the horizontal adjuster motor . Remove the seat adjuster drive cables from the motor and remove the electrical connector. Remove the factory motor inserts and hold motor to bracket by laying seat back with the seat motor plate facing down and drill out with a 3/16 blade shank drilling from the bottom side of seat motor plate. After taking out the motor, place the new seat adjuster motor (1,2,3) onto the motor plate and fix it with the motor insert installed in the motor grommet of the new motor. Install the bolt to secure motor to motor plate and tighten it to 4Nm (36 lb in). Put back the electrical connector and plug in the seat adjuster drive cables. Then install the seat cushion and set the seat back in the car. Last, turn on the SIR system and, if necessary, adjust the memory seats.
Q: How to replace the rear horizontal seat motor on Cadillac SRX?
A: The replacement of the rear horizontal seat motor starts with removing the seat cushion frame before disconnecting motor cables and electrical wiring connector to remove the motor assembly. The installation process requires the horizontal seat motor to be attached to the frame by using horizontal seat motor screws that need to be tightened to 10 N.m (88 lb in) according to the Fastener Notice. To complete the installation add the cables to the motor while connecting the electrical connector to the seat motor. After that reinstall the seat cushion frame and perform seat calibration to meet operational requirements.