How much does it cost to fix an electric car seat?
The Best in Auto Repair The average cost for power seat motor replacement is between $515 and $542. Labor costs are estimated between $104 and $131 while parts are priced at $411. This range does not include taxes and fees, and does not factor in your specific vehicle or unique location.
Can you install power seats?
If your model of car was offered with the option of powered-seats, it is a relatively simple task to install them. You’ll need to get the powered version of the seats from a salvage/scrap yard or from somewhere like eBay or Craigslist. Alternatively, you can do what I did & buy a car cheap with the seats you want.
Is there a way to repair a power seat?
Repairing car power seat problems can sometimes be as simple as removing a penny from the seat track. Or they can be as complicated as having to test switches, relays and motors. Most power seats are not protected by a fuse but instead use a circuit breaker.
How do you move an electric car seat?
If you have a winder, connect this to the motor of the electric seat through a designated port. Locate the electric motor of the seat, which is usually at the back of the seat on the right or the left side. With the winder on your hand, turn it to the right to move your car seat backward or move the tool to the left for the seat to move forward.
What to look for when troubleshooting a power seat?
The trick when diagnosing car power seats is to focus on the mechanical or electrical problem areas: the mechanism that fails to lower and raise the seat, or the part that slides or tilts the seat forward and backwards. Keep this in mind as you troubleshoot your power seat, whether it comes with one, two or three motors.
Where can I get replacement seats for my car?
About Us From used seats to factory take-outs and completely refurbished seats, OEM Car & Truck Seats has a wide variety of replacement seats for your car, truck or SUV. We are not a salvage yard. All of our seats are stored in a 10,000 square foot climate controlled warehouse.