Pinpoint Test A: Front Seat Fore/Aft Movement Not Functioning
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- A1: CHECK FOR FRONT SEAT FORWARD-REARWARD SEAT MOTOR OPERATION WARNING: Before work is carried out, make the air bag supplemental restraint system safe. For additional information, refer to Standard Workshop Practices section of service information.
- A2: CHECK FRONT SEAT FORWARD-REARWARD SEAT MOTOR DRIVE BAR
- Check front seat drive bar for correct installation and condition
Is the front seat drive bar correctly installed and in a serviceable condition?
YES: Re-check for correct front seat forward-rearward movement. Remove seat to allow for further investigation if required.
NO: Correctly install front seat forward-rearward seat motor drive bar, or replace if required.
- A3: CHECK FRONT SEAT FORWARD-REARWARD SEAT MOTOR WARNING: When carrying out the following steps, stand clear of all moving parts and ensure link harness is routed accordingly.
- Set ignition status to 'OFF'.
- Disconnect front seat forward-rearward seat motor connector.NOTE: It may be that the seat has been driven to the limit of travel along the relevant axis, and when the link harness is connected, the seat will remain in the same position. If this is the case, a jolt may be felt from the motor. To confirm the motor operation, swap the link harness to alternate motor pin connections and the seat should travel in the opposite direction.
- Using a locally made fused link harness and power supply, connect power and ground to forward-rearward seat motor.
Battery positive terminal Battery negative terminal forward-rearward seat motor pin 1 forward-rearward seat motor pin 2
Does the motor operate?
YES: Using manufacturer approved diagnostic system, check for related (DTCs and carry out the repair operations specified. Alternatively, refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check front seat forward-rearward seat motor circuits
NO: Replace front seat forward-rearward seat motor. Refer to relevant section of service information