Body Electrical System

Power seat motor

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~54min
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Components and Component Location

Components

1. Lumbar Support Motor
2. Tilt Motor
3. Front Height Motor
4. Rear Height Motor
5. Slide Motor
6. Seat Cushion Switch
7. Seatback Switch
8. Lumbar Support Switch

Description and Operation

Description

The power seat is operated by the following motors.

  1. Slide Motor

  2. Front Height Motor

  3. Rear Height Motor

  4. Recliner Motor

Repair Procedures

Inspection

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

  2. Disconnect the motor connector after removing the seat.

    A: Front Height Motor

    B: Slide Motor

    C: Rear Height Motor

    D: Tilt Motor

    E: Lumbar Support Motor

  3. When battery power is supplied to the lumbar support motor connector, check the motor for smooth operation.

  4. Reverse the connections and check that the motor rotates in the opposite direction.

  5. If the motor operates abnormally, replace it.

    [Driver]

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