Service Heat Element Removal Procedure

DeVille





Important:
Before installing the service heat element, verify that the resistance values are within the specific range. Refer to the table shown.

Important:
It is highly recommended that this repair be done by a sublet trim repair facility. Please provide a copy of this bulletin to the repair shop.

Important:
Some separation of the foam is to be expected during the trim cover removal procedure.





1. Carefully remove the seat trim cover (back/cushion) with the non-functioning heat element. Refer to the appropriate seat trim cover removal procedure in the Seats sub-section of the Service Manual.

2. Place the trim cover on a clean flat surface with the inside facing out.

3. Use scissors or an equivalent tool to carefully remove any excess glue and foam attached to the trim cover.

4. Use a razor blade or an equivalent sharp tool to carefully cut the stitches that join the two piece center insert (1) to the trim cover (2).





5. Along the outer edges (3) of the two piece center insert, carefully cut the stitches that secure the factory heat element (4). No need to separate the two leather pieces.





6. Along the centerline of the two assemblies (5), carefully cut the stitches that secure the factory heat element to the two piece center insert. No need to separate the two leather pieces.