Diagnostic Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES - HEATED SEAT RELAY NOT ENERGIZED WITH IGNITION ON
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| 1 | With the DRBIII® in Body System Test read the PCM status. Is the PCM active on the BUS? Yes --> Go To 2 No --> Refer to symptom NO RESPONSE TO PCM . Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . |
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| 2 | Remove the Heated Seat Relay from the Power Distribution Center. Turn the ignition on. Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the Fused Ignition Switch Output circuit cavity 67 of the relay socket. Does the test light illuminate brightly? Yes --> Go To 3 No --> Repair the Fused Ignition Switch Output circuit for an open. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . |
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| 3 | Install a known good relay in place of the Heated Seat Relay. Does the system now operate correctly? Yes --> Replace the Heated Seat Relay. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . No --> Go To 4 |
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| 4 | Turn the ignition off. Remove the Heated Seat Relay from the Power Distribution Center. Disconnect the Body Control Module C3 connector. Measure the resistance of the Heated Seat Relay Control circuit between the Heated Seat Relay connector and the Body Control Module C3 connector. Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms? Yes --> Replace the Body Control Module. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . No --> Repair the Heated Seat Relay Control wire for an open. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . |
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