Driver or Passenger Seat Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Seat Replacement

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Disconnect the seat belt from the front seat. Refer to Seat Belt Retractor Pretensioner Replacement - Front .
1	Front Seat Assembly Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tip: Adjust the seat to the full forward position to gain access to the rear bolts. Remove the rear adjuster trim covers to access the bolts. Tighten: 45 N.m (33 lb ft)
2	Seat Assembly Tip: Tilt the seat forward and lift up to release the front of the seat, recline the seat back if needed for clearance. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Disconnect the seat belt from the front seat. Refer to Seat Belt Retractor Pretensioner Replacement - Front .

Front Seat Assembly Bolt (Qty: 2)

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tip:

Adjust the seat to the full forward position to gain access to the rear bolts.
Remove the rear adjuster trim covers to access the bolts.

Tighten: 45 N.m (33 lb ft)

Seat Assembly
Tip:

Tilt the seat forward and lift up to release the front of the seat, recline the seat back if needed for clearance.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.