Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Actuator Replacement

Fig 1: Seat Recliner Actuator & Components

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure SIR disabling and enabling. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement . Remove seat back cushion finish panel. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Replacement (without UWG) , Front Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Replacement (with UWG) .
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