Front Seat Cushion: Disassembly

1993 Cadillac DeVille Base, 4D SedanSECTION Disassembly
NOTE: To replace the pneumatic seat feed hose or control manifold, it is not necessary to disassemble the seat cushion. Remove the seat assembly and disconnect the connector and hoses, as needed.
  1. Remove the seat cushion from the frame.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the switch.
  3. Remove the seat function switch assembly, if applicable. See Fig 1 .
  4. Remove 2 nuts (1). See Fig 2 .
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector (2) and the hose (5) to relay.
  6. Remove the relay (7).
  7. Remove 2 nuts (3).
  8. Disconnect the electrical connector (4) to the pump.
  9. Remove the pump (6).
  10. Remove the retaining clips (2) around the outer edge of the cover. See Fig 3 .
  11. Remove all of the hog rings (1).
  12. Remove the cover.
  13. Remove the cushion by gently peeling away from the pan.
  14. Remove the 6 rivets retaining the plastic cover to the pan. See Fig 4 .
  15. Remove the 2 retainers and the thigh support bladder. Be sure to disconnect the air line from the manifold.
Fig 1: Removing Switch Assembly
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