Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Actuator Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Cadillac ATS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Actuator

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning . Preliminary Procedure Remove the driver or passenger seat. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Removal and Installation . Remove seat inner recliner finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Inner Recliner Finish Cover Replacement . Remove seat outer adjuster front finish cover. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Outer Adjuster Front Finish Cover Replacement . Remove seat back cushion finish panel. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Replacement (with AHE)Front Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Replacement (without AHE)Front Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Replacement (with W2E) . Remove the front seat outer recliner finish cover bracket. Remove the front seat recliner control bracket.
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