How are the seats on a Cadillac connected?

Still, many people could not get the seats to work. The secret is all in the wiring, but the solution is hidden in the Troubleshooting section of the Cadillac service manual. First, there are three +12V connections: two thicker wires and a thin wire. The thicker red ones (#1 & #3 in the service manual) are connected to an always-powered source.

Can a hot rod seat be used in a Cadillac?

Hi I am also installing Cadillac seats in a Hot Rod, 1941 Ford Coupe. Did any one figure out the wiring so they can be used? The passenger seat is a conventional power seat with conventional relays and wiring. Wire up +12V and a ground and you’re good to go.

What kind of wire is in the driver’s seat?

First, there are three +12V connections: two thicker wires and a thin wire. The thicker red ones (#1 & #3 in the service manual) are connected to an always-powered source. The thinner red one (#4) is connected to an accessory-powered source.

Can a driver’s seat work in a Catera?

As a result, many people believe that the seat won’t work unless it’s installed in a Catera and hooked up to the car’s main computer. They are wrong.

Why do seat elements on Cadillacs fail so often?

Also, the seat elements on Cadillacs have HUGE failure problems. We keep virtually all the years in stock. The driver seat element fail more often, just because the seat is moved more, and carry’s an ass the most. It might be easier to just use the seats, and install the aftermarket heaters that come with the relays and switches for each side.