Front Seat Recliner Actuator Motor Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat 8-Way Power)

Fig 1: Front Seat Recliner Actuator Motor (Driver or Passenger Seat 8-Way Power)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures SIR disabling and enabling. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection . Remove driver or passenger seat replacement. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation . Remove driver or passenger seat adjuster handle. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Handle Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport) . Remove driver or passenger seat adjuster finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Adjuster Finish Cover Replacement . Remove driver or passenger seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement (2/4/6-Way Hybrid, 6-Way Hybrid Sport) . Remove front seat head restraint. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Head Restraint Replacement (without AHS) . Remove front seat head restraint guide bezel. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Bezel Replacement (8-Way Power) . Remove front seat back cushion pad. Refer to Front Seat Back Pad Replacement (2/4/6-Way Power) . Remove front seat head restraint adjust rod guide. Refer to Front Seat Head Restraint Guide Replacement .
1	Front Seat Recliner Rod Jam Nut TIP: Replace with new rod jam nut.
2	Recliner Rod Procedure Gently tap the recliner rod outward until the rod is free of the recliner motor.
3	Front Seat Recliner Actuator Motor Fastener CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Disconnect the electric connector. Tighten 6 N.m (53 lb in)
4	Front Seat Recliner Actuator Motor