GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 1999 🢒 Seville 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Seats 🢒 Recliner Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Service Precautions in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the front bucket seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
  3. Remove the seat back trim cover. Refer to Front Seat Back Trim Replacement .

    4. Object Number: 295189 Size: SH
  4. Remove the retainer clip from the recliner motor end of the recliner shaft.

    5. Object Number: 295194 Size: SH
  5. Slide the recliner shaft out of the recliner motor sensor (outboard side) far enough to clear sensor.
  6. Disconnect the sensor electrical connector from beneath the seat.
  7. Release the sensor from the recliner gear drive case.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the sensor on the recliner gear case until the sensor snaps into place.

    2. Object Number: 295194 Size: SH
  2. Slide the recliner shaft back through the sensor and the gear case.

    3. Object Number: 295189 Size: SH
  3. Install retaining clip onto the recliner shaft.
  4. Connect the electrical connector.
  5. Install the rear seat belt post cover.
  6. Install the rear seat back post cover fasteners.
  7. Install the seat back trim cover. Refer to Front Seat Back Trim Replacement .
  8. Install the front bucket seat. Refer to Front Seat Replacement - Bucket .
  9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.
  10. If the vehicle is equipped with memory seats, calibrate the seat. Refer to Memory Seat Calibration .