Test Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The number below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
- 5:
Test the heated seat element supply circuit for voltage.
- 6:
Test the heated seat element supply circuit for a short to ground, a high resistance, or an open.
DTC 052
| Step |
Action |
Yes |
No |
Schematic Reference: Passenger Seat Schematics
and 126598 Connector End View Reference: SIR Connector End Views |
| 1 |
Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? |
Go to Step 2 |
Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle |
| 2 |
- Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
- Operate the passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated Seats Description and Operation
.
Does the passenger heated seat operate as describe in the heated seat description and operation? |
Go to Step 3 |
Go to Heated Seat Inoperative |
| 3 |
- Turn OFF the ignition.
- Disconnect the Passenger Presence System (PPS) module connector. Refer to Control Module References
for replacement, setup, and programming.
- Inspect the PPS module terminals and harness connector for damage or corrosion.
Does the PPS module terminals or harness connector exhibit any signs of damage or corrosion? |
Go to Step 4 |
Go to Step 5 |
| 4 |
- If the PPS module terminals are damaged, replace the PPS. Refer to Control Module References
for replacement, setup, and programming.
- If the PPS harness connector is damaged, replace the connector. Refer to Connector Repairs
.
Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 9 |
- |
| 5 |
- Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
- Turn ON the passenger heated seat.
- On the PPS harness connector test between the heated seat element supply circuit and a good ground.
Does the heated seat element supply circuit indicate any voltage? |
Go to Step 8 |
Go to Step 6 |
| 6 |
- Turn OFF the ignition.
- Check to see if the fuse that supplies voltage passenger heated seat is not open. If fuse is found to be OK then proceed to next step.
- Test the heated seat element supply circuit for a short to ground, a high resistance, or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing
and Wiring Repairs
.
Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 9 |
Go to Step 7 |
| 7 |
- Reconnect all SIR and PPS system components.
- Use the scan tool in order to clear the SIR and PPS DTCs.
- Cycle the ignition OFF then back ON, with the engine OFF.
Does DTC 052 reset? |
Go to Step 8 |
Go to Step 9 |
| 8 |
- Turn OFF the ignition.
IMPORTANT:
The PPS, heated seat element, and seat bottom cushion is only serviced as a complete kit.
- Replace the PPS. Refer to Control Module References
for replacement, setup, and programming.
Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 9 |
- |
| 9 |
- Reconnect all SIR and PPS system components.
- Verify that all components, connectors, and connector position assurances (CPAs) are properly mounted.
- Use the scan tool in order to clear the SIR and PPS DTCs.
- Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.
Does the DTC reset? |
Go to Step 2 |
System OK |